Holmer CofE Academy

A outstanding academy converter school in Herefordshire, County of. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Holmer CofE Academy.

Hereford, HR49RX Ofsted: Outstanding Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

62

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
62.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 73.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 5.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
26 March 2019
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Holmer Road
Hereford, HR49RX

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137731
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Holmer Road, Hereford, HR4 9RX
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
HOLMER CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Further from a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Hereford
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
412
Free School Meals
9.7% (40 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.9% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
96.6%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
1.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
73.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
5.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
105.0
Grammar Score:
107.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
1.7 (15.8 below average)
Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
73.0 (+14.2 vs average)
Low Absence Rate:
3.4 (3.2 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 105.0 105.0
2023 106.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
52
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
412 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-1.0 per year)

Down -1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspiring us all to create a better world."

Courage Justice Trust Friendship Generosity of Spirit Compassion Forgiveness Thankfulness Perseverance Service Truthfulness

Holmer C of E Academy is a Church of England academy with Our Church School. Christian values are central and taught through Bible stories, and the school follows guidance from the Church of England with connections to Holmer Church and diocesan links.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Headteacher Jayne Maund highlighting a rich and engaging curriculum, high standards, caring staff, and inviting families to visit Holmer C of E Academy; pupils leave Year 6 exceptionally well-prepared for the next stage of their education.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Holmer Glee Choir Little Troopers Club Breakfast club (for Service Pupils) Breakfast and After School Club

Sports

Rugby

Facilities

Forest school area

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum Overview Maths Reading Phonics Knowledge Organisers Homework Voice 21 Global Learners EAL Pupil leadership SMSC and British Values

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wrap Around Care information is available in Wrap Around Care.pdf

SEND Provision

Pastoral support and mental health/well-being services, including two Mental Health First Aiders, Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) provision, and Early Help pathways for children and families.

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