Little Dewchurch CofE Primary School
87%
Capacity
55
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Little Dewchurch CofE Primary School
Little Dewchurch CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 55 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 63 places).
Ofsted has rated Little Dewchurch CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Hudson, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1030th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Little Dewchurch CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 5 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Little Dewchurch CofE Primary School include Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Little Dewchurch CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Little Dewchurch, Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR2 6PN |
| Headteacher | Nicola Hudson |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 55 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.6% |
| School Capacity | 55 / 63 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1030th of 13,686
Nationally
94th of 1,378
In West Midlands
9th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
33%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
83%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
11
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Little Dewchurch CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Little Dewchurch, Hereford
Herefordshire, County of, HR2 6PN
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