Lord Scudamore Primary Academy
90%
Capacity
555
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Lord Scudamore Primary Academy
Lord Scudamore Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 555 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 616 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lord Scudamore Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Taylor, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10329th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Lord Scudamore Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 59 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
Lord Scudamore Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lord Scudamore Primary Academy include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Lord Scudamore Primary Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Friar Street, Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR4 0AS |
| Headteacher | Alison Taylor |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 555 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.5% |
| School Capacity | 555 / 616 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10329th of 13,686
Nationally
1070th of 1,378
In West Midlands
48th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
52%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lord Scudamore Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Friar Street, Hereford
Herefordshire, County of, HR4 0AS
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