Lord Scudamore Primary Academy

URN: 136761 • Hereford HR4 0AS

Overview

Name
Lord Scudamore Primary Academy
URN
136761
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE HEREFORDSHIRE MARCHES FEDERATION OF ACADEMIES
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Taylor (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01432273951
Website
Visit
Address
Friar Street, Hereford HR4 0AS

Summary

Lord Scudamore Primary Academy, located in Hereford, is a mixed academy converter with a capacity for 616 pupils and currently serves 555 students. Established in 1852, the school has a long-standing tradition of providing quality primary education. It is part of the Herefordshire Marches Federation of Academies, which fosters collaboration among local schools to enhance educational outcomes.

The academy emphasizes a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to learn at their own pace. The curriculum is designed to promote both academic achievement and personal growth, with a range of extracurricular activities available, including athletics and special events like the Year 5 ski trip. The school also offers excellent wrap-around care, including Breakfast and After School Clubs, to support working families.

Additionally, Lord Scudamore Academy provides a nursery for children aged three and four, offering free 30-hour places to enhance early childhood education. The school prides itself on being a welcoming community that values collaboration and achievement among its pupils. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or contact the office directly.

Key details

LA
Herefordshire, County of
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
THE HEREFORDSHIRE MARCHES FEDERATION OF ACADEMIES
Capacity
616
Pupils
555
Boys
304
Girls
251
FSM %
17.50
Open date
2011-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Herefordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 555 304 251 616 17.50
2024-09-11 588 314 274 616 19.30
2023-09-11 571 286 285 616 14.10
2022-09-11 571 286 285 616 14.10
2021-09-11 605 301 304 616 9.50
2020-09-11 634 313 321 616 6.50

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