Stretton Sugwas CofE Academy
109%
Capacity
228
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Stretton Sugwas CofE Academy
Stretton Sugwas CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stretton Sugwas CofE Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Caldicott, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12066th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 59th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Stretton Sugwas CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 31 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 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 Stretton Sugwas CofE Academy include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Tennis, Rounders, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Stretton Sugwas CofE Academy 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Stretton Sugwas, Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR4 7AE |
| Headteacher | Ben Caldicott |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.2% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 210 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Jun 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12066th of 13,686
Nationally
1246th of 1,378
In West Midlands
59th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
43%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stretton Sugwas, Hereford
Herefordshire, County of, HR4 7AE
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