What is the best primary school in Herefordshire?

On our composite score, Walford Nursery & Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Herefordshire, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Herefordshire?

There are 74 primary schools in Herefordshire with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Herefordshire ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Herefordshire?

Applications for Reception places in Herefordshire starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Herefordshire

Compare 74 top-rated primary schools in Herefordshire, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Walford Nursery & Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Walford Nursery & Primary School vs St Mary's Primary School, Dilwyn

The best primary schools in Herefordshire

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Walford Nursery & Primary School

St Mary's Primary School, Dilwyn

Wigmore Primary School

St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy

Eastnor Parochial Primary School

Pencombe CofE Primary School

St Francis Xavier's Primary School

Clifford Primary School

Little Dewchurch CofE Primary School

Kingstone and Thruxton Primary School

Canon Pyon CofE Academy

Stretton Sugwas CofE Academy

Kimbolton St James CofE Primary School

Holmer CofE Academy

Marden Primary Academy

St Michael's CofE Primary School

Ashperton Primary Academy

Kingsland CofE School

Trinity Primary School

Orleton CofE Primary School

Cradley CofE Primary School

Whitchurch CofE Primary School

Burghill Community Academy

St Joseph's RC Primary School and Nursery

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