Blackmarston School

URN: 117052 • Hereford HR2 7NX

Overview

Name
Blackmarston School
URN
117052
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
21.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kelly Leighton (Acting Headteacher) (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01432272376
Website
Visit
Address
Honddu Close, Hereford HR2 7NX

Summary

Blackmarston School is a community special school located in Hereford, Herefordshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 96 pupils, with a capacity of 95. The school is dedicated to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of the school centres around the belief that "every child matters," fostering a happy, safe, and secure atmosphere for learning.

The curriculum at Blackmarston is designed to be stimulating and challenging, tailored to meet the diverse needs of its students. The school emphasizes the development of essential life skills, knowledge, and understanding, ensuring that pupils are well-prepared for their future. High expectations are set for all students, with achievements celebrated to promote a sense of pride and accomplishment.

Blackmarston School values kindness, achievement, and respect, encouraging students to develop positive relationships and a sense of responsibility within the school community and beyond. Parents interested in enrolling their children should contact the SEN team at the Local Authority for information on admissions.

Key details

LA
Herefordshire, County of
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
95
Pupils
96
Boys
67
Girls
29
FSM %
47.90
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2025-02-28
Last Ofsted
2023-06-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Herefordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 96 67 29 95 47.90
2024-09-11 93 69 24 99 53.30
2023-09-11 97 73 24 99 49.50
2022-09-11 97 73 24 99 49.50
2021-09-11 98 76 22 99 35.60
2020-09-11 89 71 18 85 33.30

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