St Peter's Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Peter's Primary School
St Peter's Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Farmer, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10263rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
St Peter's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 22 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (27 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, St Peter's 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Cherry Tree Close, Bromyard, Herefordshire, County of, HR7 4UY |
| Headteacher | Martin Farmer |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 May 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10263rd of 13,686
Nationally
1062nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
47th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
27 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
30
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Cherry Tree Close, Bromyard
Herefordshire, County of, HR7 4UY
Cherry Tree Close, Bromyard
Herefordshire, County of, HR7 4UY
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