St Mary's CofE Primary School

URN: 116880 • Hereford HR1 4PG

Overview

Name
St Mary's CofE Primary School
URN
116880
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Timothy Milne (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01432860474
Website
Visit
Address
Court Orchard, Hereford HR1 4PG

Summary

St Mary's Church of England Primary School, located in the rural village of Fownhope near Hereford, is a voluntary aided school catering to 92 pupils aged 4 to 11. The school operates with a capacity of 120 and offers a nurturing environment that emphasizes a well-rounded education beyond just academic subjects. The ethos is rooted in Christian values, encouraging children to develop qualities such as love, kindness, and self-control, as outlined in Galatians 5:22-23.

The school features four classes and also includes a pre-school for children from the age of 2. St Mary's prioritises creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where both children and staff thrive. The headteacher, Mr. Milne, highlights the importance of fostering good relationships and a sense of community, which is enhanced by the school's connection to St. Mary’s Church.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and visits can be arranged through the school office. St Mary's aims to equip children with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world, aligning with their motto: “what we nurture today flourishes tomorrow.”

Key details

LA
Herefordshire, County of
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
120
Pupils
92
Boys
48
Girls
44
FSM %
8.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Herefordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 92 48 44 120 8.70
2024-09-11 104 55 49 150 7.70
2023-09-11 138 70 68 150 8.70
2022-09-11 138 70 68 150 8.70
2021-09-11 152 84 68 150 10.50
2020-09-11 151 88 63 150 7.90

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