Riverside Primary School

URN: 128077 • Hereford HR2 7JF

Overview

Name
Riverside Primary School
URN
128077
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emma Shearer (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01432274653
Website
Visit
Address
Belmont Avenue, Hereford HR2 7JF

Summary

Riverside Primary School is a community school located in Hereford, catering to a mixed-gender population of 631 pupils, with a capacity of 630. The school prides itself on its inclusive culture, ensuring that every child feels welcome and valued. In April 2024, Riverside received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted across all areas, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and personal development.

The school’s ethos is centred around preparing children to be responsible and effective citizens. This is achieved through a curriculum that integrates core values such as resilience, responsibility, and kindness into daily activities and interactions. Riverside offers a variety of outdoor learning opportunities, including orchards, a pond, and a vegetable garden, which enhance the educational experience.

Riverside Primary School also provides robust support for its students, with a dedicated team including a Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator and various teaching assistants. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes inquiries from families interested in learning more about its offerings and community engagement.

Key details

LA
Herefordshire, County of
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
630
Pupils
631
Boys
321
Girls
310
FSM %
36.70
Open date
2006-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Herefordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 631 321 310 630 36.70
2024-09-11 620 320 300 630 35.00
2023-09-11 604 323 281 630 32.00
2022-09-11 604 323 281 630 32.00
2021-09-11 643 332 311 630 31.10
2020-09-11 651 347 304 630 24.10

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