St Francis Xavier's Primary School
URN: 116884 • Hereford HR1 1DT
Overview
- Name
- St Francis Xavier's Primary School
- URN
- 116884
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Christopherson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01432273941
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Venns Lane, Hereford HR1 1DT
Summary
St Francis Xavier's Primary School is a voluntary aided Catholic school located in Hereford, serving a mixed-gender population of 214 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that supports the spiritual, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of each child. Guided by the mission "Love one another as I have loved you," the school promotes values aligned with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
The curriculum at St Francis Xavier's is designed to be knowledge-rich and engaging, encouraging students to become confident and resilient learners. The school prides itself on maintaining high academic standards and offers a stimulating learning environment enhanced by modern technology and extensive outdoor spaces. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the pupils' exemplary behaviour and positive attitudes towards learning.
St Francis Xavier's also emphasizes community involvement and citizenship, encouraging students to share God's love and follow their dreams. The dedicated staff are committed to fostering high aspirations and self-esteem among pupils, ensuring a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all families.
The curriculum at St Francis Xavier's is designed to be knowledge-rich and engaging, encouraging students to become confident and resilient learners. The school prides itself on maintaining high academic standards and offers a stimulating learning environment enhanced by modern technology and extensive outdoor spaces. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the pupils' exemplary behaviour and positive attitudes towards learning.
St Francis Xavier's also emphasizes community involvement and citizenship, encouraging students to share God's love and follow their dreams. The dedicated staff are committed to fostering high aspirations and self-esteem among pupils, ensuring a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all families.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Paul's CofE Primary School (77.2)
- Holmer CofE Academy (76.2)
- Sutton Primary Academy (74.6)
- St Weonard's Primary School (72.6)
- St James' CofE Primary School (70.6)
Key details
- LA
- Herefordshire, County of
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 214
- Boys
- 110
- Girls
- 104
- FSM %
- 6.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Herefordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 214 | 110 | 104 | 210 | 6.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 216 | 115 | 101 | 210 | 6.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 106 | 104 | 210 | 6.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 106 | 104 | 210 | 6.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 208 | 106 | 102 | 210 | 6.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 203 | 108 | 95 | 210 | 9.40 |
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