John Masefield High School

URN: 136803 • Ledbury HR8 2HF

Overview

Name
John Masefield High School
URN
136803
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
JOHN MASEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM CENTRE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Holmes (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01531631012
Website
Visit
Address
Mabel's Furlong, Ledbury HR8 2HF

Summary

John Masefield High School (JMHS) is a mixed secondary academy located in Ledbury, Herefordshire, catering to students aged 11-18. The school serves a diverse student body of 841 pupils, drawing from Ledbury Primary School and over twenty other local primary institutions across Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, and Worcestershire. JMHS is committed to providing an inclusive environment where all students can thrive academically and personally.

The school boasts modern facilities, including well-equipped teaching rooms, seven ICT suites, and a dedicated sports complex featuring a floodlit Astroturf pitch. The Sixth Form Centre offers a range of courses suitable for students of all abilities, with an average class size of around twenty, ensuring personalised attention. JMHS places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, supported by a dedicated team of Year Leaders and Student Support Assistants, fostering a nurturing environment for every student.

JMHS promotes a strong sense of community through its House system, encouraging positive behaviour, attendance, and participation in various activities. The school is dedicated to supporting students with special educational needs, ensuring that all learners receive tailored support to maximise their potential.

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Key details

LA
Herefordshire, County of
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
JOHN MASEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM CENTRE
Capacity
930
Pupils
841
Boys
415
Girls
426
FSM %
19.80
Open date
2011-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Herefordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 841 415 426 930 19.80
2024-09-11 884 459 425 930 19.80
2023-09-11 889 469 420 930 14.90
2022-09-11 889 469 420 930 14.90
2021-09-11 887 457 430 930 11.00
2020-09-11 908 469 439 930 7.60

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