Orleton CofE Primary School
83%
Capacity
175
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Orleton CofE Primary School
Orleton CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Orleton CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Breakwell, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1744th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Orleton CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 27 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Orleton CofE Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Rounders, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Orleton 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Orleton, Ludlow, Herefordshire, County of, SY8 4HQ |
| Headteacher | Adam Breakwell |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 210 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1744th of 13,686
Nationally
172nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
15th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
79%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
34
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (79% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Orleton CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Orleton, Ludlow
Herefordshire, County of, SY8 4HQ
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