- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
16 first choices, 15 offers made
Met the standard at 1177%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.3%
- Pupils
- 95
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.6
Schools in HR8
A postcode district in Herefordshire
- Postcode district
- 14 schools and nurseries
In short: HR8 is a postcode district in Herefordshire with 6 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 5 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries146 primary · 3 secondary · 5 nurseries
Top-rated
All HR8 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in HR8
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.
Top Primary Schools in HR8
6 in HR8, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
30 first choices, 29 offers made
Met the standard at 1160%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.5%
- Pupils
- 202
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.6
- Ofsted:Strong standard in every area
Results above the England average.
17 first choices, 17 offers made
Met the standard at 1167%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.8%
- Pupils
- 90
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.1
Top Secondary Schools in HR8
3 in HR8, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
133 first choices, 142 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.1%
- Pupils
- 849
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.0
Nurseries in HR8
5 in HR8, highest Ofsted grade first
Jack In The Box (Bosbury) Ltd @ Crib Cottage
Bosbury, HR8 1PX · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
The Townsend Nursery
Ledbury, HR8 2TS · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Bubbles Nursery
Ledbury, HR8 1RW · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in HR8
2 in HR8, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
133 first choices, 142 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.1%
- Pupils
- 849
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.0
Queenswood School
Herefordshire, HR8 2PZ · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 38
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in HR8
2 in HR8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Compass Community School Hereford
Hereford, HR8 1HT · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 17 · Boys
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 4
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Queenswood School
Herefordshire, HR8 2PZ · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 38
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in HR8
2 in HR8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Compass Community School Hereford
Hereford, HR8 1HT · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 17 · Boys
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 4
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Queenswood School
Herefordshire, HR8 2PZ · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 38
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in HR8, 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.
- Outstanding3
- Good9
- Not graded yet2
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in HR8 sit in 2 council areas. 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 HR8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
HR8 has 14 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 HR8
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 HR8
Nearby areas
How many schools are in HR8?
HR8 has 14 schools, including 6 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 5 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 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 HR8?
The highest-ranked schools in HR8 on Eduscope are Eastnor Parochial Primary School, Ashperton Primary Academy, Much Marcle CofE 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 HR8?
There are 2 independent schools in HR8, all special schools for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare them on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.
How do I choose the right school in HR8?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 14 schools in HR8 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.