Our Lady's RC Primary School
Hereford, HR2 7RN · Herefordshire, County of · primary school
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64th 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 3,865 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8/10 among them, against 3.5/10 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 | 7 | 35% | 0.24 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Our Lady's RC 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%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in June 2026 assessed the school under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Book Club, Mini Vinnies, School Council, House Captains, Librarians, Sport Leaders, Reception Buddies, and Digital Leaders.
Getting in
The published school roll is 181 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the new inspection framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady's RC Primary School
Overview
The inspection describes a school with a "positive and inclusive culture" where pupils feel safe and welcome. While safeguarding standards are met and attendance has improved, the report identifies that the quality of teaching varies and pupils have not secured "well enough the important foundations" in reading and writing.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Attendance is above national averages, and persistent absence is below national averages.
- Pupils behave well in a "calm and welcoming" environment where bullying is rare.
- Inclusion is central to decision-making, with effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Early years provision is nurturing, with staff effectively supporting communication and language development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers use assessment information consistently to address misconceptions and help pupils apply prior knowledge.
- Leaders should ensure pupils gain essential knowledge to achieve well across the curriculum, particularly in reading.
- Teachers must consistently use checks on learning to correct errors, as some pupils have gaps in punctuation and spelling.
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 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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