St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy
Hereford, HR1 2DY · Herefordshire, County of · primary school
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2nd 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.1/10 against 2,841 of them, against 8.3/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 91 | 35% | 3.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 231 pupils against a stated capacity of 264. 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 do not reach the expected standard in maths? What specific areas did the January 2026 inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy
Overview
St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy is described as an "inclusive and welcoming school" where pupils feel "safe and cared for." The report highlights a "calm and warm environment" with high expectations, noting that pupils are "confident, resilient and ready for the next stage of education."
Strengths
- Attendance is "well above national figures" with "very low" persistent absence, as pupils "enjoy being in school."
- Behaviour is "calm and respectful," with bullying being "rare" and dealt with quickly by staff.
- The early years curriculum is "well-designed and ambitious," providing children with "secure foundations in reading, writing and mathematics."
- Inclusion is effective, with staff adapting lessons thoughtfully so pupils with SEND and disadvantaged pupils "take part fully" and "make good progress."
- Leadership and governance are "effective," with a "clear vision" and a strong commitment to staff training and wellbeing.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure "all pupils develop a deeper knowledge of the curriculum" by addressing misconceptions effectively, particularly for higher-attaining pupils.
- Leaders should maintain focus on "closing attainment gaps for disadvantaged pupils" compared with their non-disadvantaged peers, particularly in reading.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring 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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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
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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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