Luston Primary School
67%
Capacity
94
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Luston Primary School
Luston Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 94 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Luston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mary Freeman, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11651st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Luston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 10 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
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 Luston Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Luston 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Westland View, Leominster, Herefordshire, County of, HR6 0EA |
| Headteacher | Mary Freeman |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 94 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.3% |
| School Capacity | 94 / 140 (67% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11651st of 13,686
Nationally
1216th of 1,378
In West Midlands
55th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
45%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Westland View, Leominster
Herefordshire, County of, HR6 0EA
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