Sutton Primary Academy
94%
Capacity
217
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Sutton Primary Academy
Sutton Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Herefordshire, County of community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 230 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Orton, it falls under Herefordshire, County of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11681st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 68 in Herefordshire, County of.
Sutton Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 27 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Sutton Primary Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 1 parents).
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 Sutton Primary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Herefordshire, County of, Sutton Primary 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Bayley Way, HEREFORD, Herefordshire, County of, HR1 3SZ |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Orton |
| Local Authority | Herefordshire, County of |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 230 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11681st of 13,686
Nationally
1218th of 1,378
In West Midlands
56th of 68
In Herefordshire, County of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
45%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bayley Way, HEREFORD
Herefordshire, County of, HR1 3SZ
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