Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service
URN: 130991 • Hereford HR1 2DY
Overview
- Name
- Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service
- URN
- 130991
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 44.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Beverley Blower (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01432274485
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Coningsby Street, Hereford HR1 2DY
Summary
Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service (HPRS) is a mixed pupil referral unit located in Hereford, serving a current enrolment of 59 students with a capacity of 80. The school focuses on re-engaging students who have faced challenges in traditional educational settings, providing a supportive and nurturing environment that encourages personal growth and academic achievement. HPRS accepts referrals from all secondary schools in Herefordshire and beyond, catering to diverse needs and circumstances.
The school's mission is to foster a non-judgmental atmosphere where students can feel safe and motivated to learn. HPRS aims to build confidence, improve self-esteem, and prepare students for life beyond their time at the unit. The curriculum is tailored to meet individual needs, with some students returning to their original schools or transitioning to different educational pathways.
HPRS is governed by a Management Committee that oversees its strategic direction, while the day-to-day operations are managed by a senior leadership team. The school was last inspected by OFSTED in December 2022, receiving a 'Good' rating for overall effectiveness, reflecting the dedication of both staff and pupils.
The school's mission is to foster a non-judgmental atmosphere where students can feel safe and motivated to learn. HPRS aims to build confidence, improve self-esteem, and prepare students for life beyond their time at the unit. The curriculum is tailored to meet individual needs, with some students returning to their original schools or transitioning to different educational pathways.
HPRS is governed by a Management Committee that oversees its strategic direction, while the day-to-day operations are managed by a senior leadership team. The school was last inspected by OFSTED in December 2022, receiving a 'Good' rating for overall effectiveness, reflecting the dedication of both staff and pupils.
Useful links
- School Websites (other)
- HomeHome (other)
- About HPRSAbout HPRS (other)
- ContactContact (other)
- CurriculumSt David's (other)
- For Parents/CarersFor Parents/Carers (other)
- For PupilsFor Pupils (other)
- For SchoolsFor Schools (other)
- The CentresAconbury (other)
- The Harvest ProjectThe Harvest Project (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Beacon College (71.9)
- Barrs Court School (64.4)
- Royal National College for the Blind (60.2)
- Hereford Cathedral School (48.7)
- Barrs Court School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Herefordshire, County of
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 80
- Pupils
- 59
- Boys
- 40
- Girls
- 19
- FSM %
- 65.50
- Open date
- 1994-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Herefordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 59 | 40 | 19 | 80 | 65.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 58 | 41 | 17 | 80 | 63.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 40 | 31 | 9 | 80 | 48.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 40 | 31 | 9 | 80 | 48.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 51 | 45 | 6 | 80 | 51.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 51 | 42 | 9 | 80 | 41.20 |
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