Skip to content
eduscope

Search

Search for schools, places and postcodes

Schools in HR2

A postcode district in Herefordshire

  • Postcode district
  • 34 schools and nurseries

In short: HR2 is a postcode district in Herefordshire with 18 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 13 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3418 primary · 5 secondary · 13 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in HR2

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All HR2 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in HR2

18 in HR2, best first

Top Secondary Schools in HR2

5 in HR2, best first

Fairfield High School

Hereford, HR2 0SG · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results above the England average.

145 first choices, 107 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1651.9

England 46.2

Days missed
6.9%
Pupils
607
Pupils per teacher
16.3
View school Fairfield High School

The Steiner Academy Hereford

Hereford, HR2 8DL · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well below the England average.

32 first choices, 24 offers made

Met the standard at 114%

England 62%

Days missed
8.0%
Pupils
345
Pupils per teacher
12.9
View school The Steiner Academy Hereford

Kingstone High School

Hereford, HR2 9HJ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

59 first choices, 80 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1641.6

England 46.2

Days missed
11.1%
Pupils
568
Pupils per teacher
16.4
View school Kingstone High School

Nurseries in HR2

13 in HR2, highest Ofsted grade first

Special Schools in HR2

2 in HR2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Blackmarston School

Hereford, HR2 7NX · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Inadequate

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
5.9%
Pupils
105
Pupils per teacher
7.4
View school Blackmarston School

Pathway Schools Limited

Hereford, HR2 6JL · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 18

  • No Ofsted grade yet

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
25
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Pathway Schools Limited

Private Schools in HR2

1 in HR2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Pathway Schools Limited

Hereford, HR2 6JL · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 18

  • No Ofsted grade yet

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
25
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Pathway Schools Limited
The map

Every school in HR2, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

See them as a list
Show
Ewyas Harold Primary School, Requires improvementGarway Primary School, GoodLongtown Community Primary School, GoodMadley Primary School, Good in every areaMichaelchurch Escley Primary School, GoodPeterchurch Primary School, GoodClehonger CofE Primary School, Requires improvement in 1 areaLittle Dewchurch CofE Primary School, Good in every areaMuch Birch CofE Primary School, GoodOur Lady's RC Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasRiverside Primary School, OutstandingThe Hereford Church of England Academy, Needs attention in 1 areaThe Steiner Academy Hereford, GoodKingstone High School, GoodKingstone and Thruxton Primary School, GoodFairfield High School, OutstandingSt Weonard's Academy, Expected standard or betterMarlbrook Primary School, GoodSt Martin's Primary School, GoodBlackmarston School, InadequatePathway Schools LimitedLittle Acorns Day Nursery Ltd, Expected standard in every areaThe Wye Nursery, GoodCut and Paste Childcare, GoodMadley Pre-School, GoodCabin Childcare Ltd, GoodHunderton Neighbourhood Nursery & Kids Club, GoodDown On The Farm, GoodMerry-Go-Round @ Riverside, GoodEwyas Harold Preschool, GoodBridges Childcare, GoodK.E.S Childcare, GoodLake View Nursery Ltd, Expected standard or betterMerry Go Round @ Green Croft, Good
  • Outstanding2
  • Good21
  • Requires improvement1
  • Inadequate1
  • Not graded yet9
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every HR2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

HR2 has 34 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

Keep up with schools in HR2

Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.

Questions

Questions parents ask about HR2

How many schools are in HR2?

HR2 has 34 schools, including 18 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 13 nurseries, 1 independent school, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in HR2?

The highest-ranked schools in HR2 on Eduscope are Little Dewchurch CofE Primary School, Fairfield High School, Longtown Community Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in HR2?

There is 1 independent school in HR2, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.

How do I choose the right school in HR2?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 34 schools in HR2 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

Search

Search for schools, places and postcodes