St Mary's CofE Primary School
77%
Capacity
92
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About St Mary's CofE Primary School
St Mary's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 92 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Timothy Milne, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12619th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
St Mary's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 3 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's CofE Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, St Mary's 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Court Orchard, Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR1 4PG |
| Headteacher | Timothy Milne |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 120 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12619th of 13,686
Nationally
1300th of 1,378
In West Midlands
64th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
39%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
11
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Court Orchard, Hereford
Herefordshire, County of, HR1 4PG
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