Aylestone School

URN: 116936 • Hereford HR1 1HY

Overview

Name
Aylestone School
URN
116936
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open, but proposed to close
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
46.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Robertson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01432357371
Website
Visit
Address
Broadlands House, Hereford HR1 1HY

Summary

Aylestone School is a mixed community secondary school located in Hereford, with a current enrolment of 449 students, just below its capacity of 450. The school is federated with two local primary schools, Broadlands and Withington, allowing for a seamless transition for students moving from primary to secondary education. Aylestone prides itself on fostering strong relationships between staff, students, and parents, creating a supportive and collaborative environment.

The school emphasizes holistic development, aiming to nurture each child as an individual while providing a broad and balanced curriculum. Aylestone offers a range of extracurricular activities, encouraging student involvement in charitable work and community projects, which further enriches the educational experience.

Aylestone School's mission is to achieve excellence together, promoting a safe and happy community where students are inspired to contribute positively to society. The school values the role of parents and carers in supporting their children's education, fostering a partnership that enhances the overall learning experience.

Key details

LA
Herefordshire, County of
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
450
Pupils
449
Boys
245
Girls
204
FSM %
28.70
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2025-11-30
Last Ofsted
2021-12-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Herefordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 449 245 204 450 28.70
2024-09-11 460 248 212 450 24.30
2023-09-11 430 225 205 450 18.80
2022-09-11 430 225 205 450 18.80
2021-09-11 419 217 202 450 17.40
2020-09-11 378 182 196 450 11.90

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