Mordiford CofE Primary School
Hereford, HR1 4LW · Herefordshire, County of · primary school
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40th of 72 primary schools in Herefordshire, County of we can score, 78 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,205 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6/10 among them, against 5.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mordiford CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 15.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6 out of 10 among them, against 5.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can learn flute, clarinet, saxophone, piano, guitar, drums, and vocals, and join the school 'show' choir. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 190 pupils against a stated capacity of 182. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How is the music curriculum integrated into the daily timetable?
What Ofsted said about Mordiford CofE Primary School
Overview
The report describes a “close-knit, community school” with a “caring ethos” where pupils feel safe and valued. Inspectors found that staff provide “warm encouragement” and have created an “interesting and ambitious curriculum” that encourages pupils to “be the best they can be.” The school is judged as “Good” across all inspection categories, reflecting strong leadership and positive attitudes towards learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “interesting and ambitious,” with staff identifying “precise knowledge, skills and subject vocabulary” for pupils to master.
- Reading is a “whole school priority,” supported by “robust systems” and incentives that help pupils develop “fluency and confidence.”
- Staff have “good subject knowledge” and use effective methods to “identify and address any misconceptions or gaps in learning.”
- The school has “effective methods” to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they access the same content as their peers.
- Governors are “knowledgeable” and actively support staff well-being while challenging leaders to maintain high standards.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in some early years and foundation subjects is “not as well organised,” leading to variation in how well pupils remember what they learn.
- Some reading books are “not phonically decodable,” which “hinders their ability to develop the skills needed to be successful early readers.”
- Behaviour in a small number of classes is inconsistent, with some younger pupils becoming “distracted and disengage from learning.”
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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