Hampton Dene Primary School

  • Primary
  • Local authority maintained
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Church Road, Tupsley, Hereford, HR1 1RTOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Hampton Dene Primary School is a primary school in Hereford for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 112 schools in Herefordshire. It ranks 15th of 37 primary schools in Hereford. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2014.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 23 January 2014, report published 14 February 2014

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 31 January 2024

This is a happy and inclusive school. The school's motto of 'One School Cherishing All' is fully realised. Every pupil is nurtured and valued. Parents and carers, staff and pupils speak favourably about the school and the excellent leadership of the headteacher. All staff have high expectations of what pupils can achieve socially, emotionally and academically. Teachers use their in-depth knowledge of each pupil, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to tailor learning to pupils' needs. The carefully planned curriculum and enrichment programme ensures that these expectations are met. The school has established clear routines and teaches children how to behave well as soon as they join early years. Consequently, the way in which pupils conduct themselves is exemplary. They learn and play collaboratively, showing respect and consideration towards one another. They feel safe and confident because caring staff pay close attention to their individual needs. The school provides a rich and extensive range of extra-curricular opportunities for pupils. Activities range from horse-riding and cheerleading for pupils with SEND to participating in sport competitions and music events. Physical education (PE) is high on the school's agenda. Pupils complete a 'daily mile', and each cohort goes swimming every year.

What the school should improve

  • The targets set for pupils at the SEND support stage are not precise and explicit enough. They do not set out the small steps for improvement that pupils should take and are not easily measured. The school should enhance support plans so that the progression of pupils with moderate SEND can be mapped and evaluated more effectively.
  • Some pupils' understanding of fundamental British values, and the beliefs of those from different faiths, is at an early stage of development. This means that they are not as well prepared for life in modern Britain as they could be. The school should ensure that the curriculum provides coverage of these elements to broaden pupils' understanding and knowledge of diversity.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

35 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths71%

71%, 9 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths9%

9%, 1 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score106

106, the same as the England average.

Maths, average scaled score105

105, the same as the England average.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score105

105, the same as the England average.

Pupil numbers and mix

278 pupils on roll, with places for 210

Eligible for free school meals11.2%

11.2%, 15.3 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language4.7%

4.7%, 16.9 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support17.3%

17.3%, 2.5 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan21.6%

21.6%, 15.6 percentage points above the England average of 6%.

Schools near Hampton Dene Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
St Paul's CofE Primary School0.1 milesOfsted judgements: Good to outstanding63% met the expected standard
Broadlands Primary School0.8 milesOfsted: Good38% met the expected standard
St James' Church of England Primary School1 mileOfsted: Outstanding69% met the expected standard
St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy1 mileReport card: Expected standard to strong standard82% met the expected standard
St Francis Xavier's Primary School1 mileReport card: Expected standard to strong standard81% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Community school
Sector
Local authority maintained
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mrs Elizabeth Kearns
Address
Church Road, Tupsley, Hereford, HR1 1RT
Local authority
Herefordshire
URN
116680

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.