Pembridge CofE Primary School

About Pembridge CofE Primary School

Pembridge CofE Primary School is a small Church of England primary in Herefordshire, with a school capacity of 105 pupils. That modest size places it among the smaller state primaries in the county, and the school’s intake reflects a local demographic that is less economically disadvantaged than the national average. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is below the national average, suggesting a catchment area with relatively low levels of deprivation. The school does not publish admissions data showing oversubscription, so it is unclear whether demand currently exceeds places. However, its Outstanding Ofsted rating — held by only 10 of the 78 primary schools in the local authority — would likely make it a popular choice for families within its catchment. The school serves children aged 4 to 11 and operates without a nursery or sixth form, so it is a straightforward primary option for parents seeking a church-affiliated state school with a strong inspection record.

Academically, Pembridge CofE Primary School performs well above the local average. In its most recent Key Stage 2 assessments, the school achieved a combined reading, writing and maths score that places it among the top-performing primaries in Herefordshire. The local authority average for achieving the expected standard in all three subjects is 63%, and Pembridge comfortably exceeds that benchmark. The school’s Progress 8 score is positive, indicating that pupils make stronger-than-expected progress from their starting points. This is consistent with its Outstanding Ofsted rating, which noted that teaching is highly effective and that pupils achieve well across the curriculum. The school does not offer a sixth form, so all pupils transition to secondary schools at age 11. For parents focused on academic outcomes, the data suggests that Pembridge provides a strong foundation, with results that consistently outstrip the county average.

The school’s facilities are well-suited to its size and include playing fields, a library, music rooms, a dining hall and a chapel, reflecting its Church of England foundation. Sports provision is broad for a small primary, with netball, rounders, football, cricket, cross country, athletics and swimming all on offer. There is also a range of clubs including gardening, book club, science club and art club, which help to round out the school day. The school does not publish specific SEND provision details in the data, but its Outstanding rating suggests that support for pupils with special educational needs is effective. Pembridge is likely to suit families who value a small, church-affiliated primary with strong academic outcomes and a good range of extracurricular activities, particularly those living within its catchment area in rural Herefordshire.

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