Barrs Court School

URN: 139607 • Hereford HR1 1EQ

Overview

Name
Barrs Court School
URN
139607
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ACCORDIA ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
64.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Appleton (since 2022) , Headteacher
Previous head
Emilie Lowther, Headteacher
Telephone
01432265035
Website
Visit
Address
Barrs Court Road, Hereford HR1 1EQ

Summary

Barrs Court School, located in Hereford, is a mixed academy special converter catering to 94 pupils with a capacity of 95. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and safe environment, ensuring that each child’s rights, needs, and aspirations are central to its organisation. The professional staff work collaboratively with families and various professionals to meet the individual needs of the pupils, fostering personal growth and empowerment.

The school’s vision is encapsulated in the mission statement, “Together we empower and believe to thrive and achieve.” Barrs Court aims to promote personal independence, effective communication, and active community participation. The curriculum is designed to support ambitious personal pathways and lifelong learning, with a focus on health, wellbeing, and social opportunities.

Barrs Court School is part of the Accordia Academies Trust and actively seeks to strengthen community links to promote social inclusion. Parents and carers are encouraged to engage with the school, and visits can be arranged for those considering enrollment for their children.

Key details

LA
Herefordshire, County of
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ACCORDIA ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
95
Pupils
94
Boys
66
Girls
28
FSM %
44.70
Open date
2013-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Herefordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 94 66 28 95 44.70
2024-09-11 88 65 23 119 42.00
2023-09-11 76 48 28 119 42.10
2022-09-11 76 48 28 119 42.10
2021-09-11 118 70 48 119 29.70
2020-09-11 115 66 49 108 24.70

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