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Hereford Cathedral Junior School

Hereford, Herefordshire, West Midlands · HR1 2NW

A small independent school in the heart of Hereford, Hereford Cathedral Junior School educates around 184 boys and girls in close-knit surroundings. Its Church of England character and links to the cathedral run deep, most visibly through the chorister tradition. With fewer than 200 on roll, the school offers an intimate setting where pupils are likely to be well known to staff. It is a day school, with no boarding provision.

184

Pupils

£15,561

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
184
Location
Hereford, Herefordshire, West Midlands
Website
https://www.herefordcathedral.org/

Headteacher

Head Helen Hoffmann

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Teaching & academics

As an ISI-inspected independent, the school sits outside the state system and is free to shape its own curriculum and pace. A notably high proportion of pupils receive SEN support, at close to 22 per cent, suggesting a setting attentive to a range of learning needs.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
21.91%
EHC plans
0%

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

Cathedral chorister scholarships

Beyond the classroom

Music is a defining strand of life here, anchored by the cathedral connection and the availability of chorister scholarships for talented young singers.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
C of E
Boarding
No

Money matters

Day fees (per year)
£11,196 - £15,561

Inspection reports

The last word

A small C of E day school with a genuine musical heritage, well suited to families drawn to the cathedral tradition and an individual approach to learning.

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Hereford Cathedral Junior School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Hereford Cathedral Junior School located?

Hereford Cathedral Junior School is located at Hereford, HR1 2NW.

What type of school is Hereford Cathedral Junior School?

Hereford Cathedral Junior School is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.

How many pupils attend Hereford Cathedral Junior School?

Hereford Cathedral Junior School has approximately 184 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.