Hereford Cathedral School
Hereford, Herefordshire · HR1 2NG
Hereford Cathedral School is a co-educational independent school with a strong cathedral heritage, serving pupils from nursery through sixth form across approximately 552 senior pupils. The school emphasizes pastoral care, digital fluency, and preparation for an evolving world, with particular strengths in music (reflected in its chorister programme) and traditional academic disciplines. As part of the Three Choirs Schools Group, it offers both day and boarding provision in a historic cathedral city setting.
- →Strong music programme with integrated chorister scheme linked to Hereford Cathedral
- →Boarding and day flexibility in a school of manageable size with personalized attention
- →Cathedral location and traditional ethos combined with modern emphasis on digital literacy and emotional intelligence
- →Academic rigour balanced with broad co-curricular opportunities and pastoral support
Who thrives here
Pupils who value a balanced, traditional independent education with strong music provision, those seeking boarding at a mid-sized school, and families drawn to the cathedral heritage and smaller pupil cohorts that allow individual recognition.
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Contact & visit
Old Deanery, The Cathedral Close
Hereford, Herefordshire
HR1 2NG
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Hereford Cathedral School?
Day fees at Hereford Cathedral School are approximately £22,806 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into Hereford Cathedral School?
Hereford Cathedral School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Hereford Cathedral School's exam results?
At Hereford Cathedral School, 28.3% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 49.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Hereford Cathedral School a boarding school?
Hereford Cathedral School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Hereford Cathedral School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Hereford Cathedral School “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong music provision and chorister integration with cathedral
✓Caring, pastoral approach with good house support systems
✓Manageable size allows pupils to be known and supported individually
✓Balance of traditional values with modern digital and skills focus
Common concerns
!Limited Ofsted history (not yet inspected) may concern parents seeking recent external validation
!Relative geographical isolation from major UK educational hubs; regional reputation less established than major public schools