Peterchurch Primary School
79%
Capacity
95
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Peterchurch Primary School
Peterchurch 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 95 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Peterchurch Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nia Powell, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11500th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Peterchurch Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 7 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Peterchurch Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Peterchurch 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 | Peterchurch, Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR2 0RP |
| Headteacher | Nia Powell |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 95 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.2% |
| School Capacity | 95 / 120 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11500th of 13,686
Nationally
1191st of 1,378
In West Midlands
52nd of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
47%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
15
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Peterchurch, Hereford
Herefordshire, County of, HR2 0RP
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