Question 1

Is Aylestone School, Hereford a good school?

Accepted Answer

Aylestone is a smaller 11-16 state secondary with a strong focus on relationships, personal development and support, including The Bridge autism base. GCSE indicators are mixed (Attainment 8: 35.9; Progress 8: -0.8), so fit and engagement matter.

Question 2

What are the fees at Aylestone School, Hereford?

Accepted Answer

There are no tuition fees because Aylestone is a state-funded school. Families typically pay for items such as uniform and optional extras like some trips or activities.

Question 3

Is Aylestone School, Hereford oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Recent admissions demand data shows 209 applications for 85 offers (about 2.46 applications per place), so families should plan back-up preferences.

Question 4

When is the deadline to apply for a Year 7 place in Herefordshire?

Accepted Answer

For September 2026 entry in Herefordshire, the application deadline was 31 October 2025. Offer decisions are released on the national offer day (2 March 2026). Check Herefordshire Council for the latest timeline for future years.

Question 5

What are Aylestone School’s GCSE results like?

Accepted Answer

Aylestone’s Attainment 8 is 36.3 and Progress 8 is -0.8. The FindMySchool GCSE ranking places it 2,811th in England academically and 9th in Hereford.

Question 6

Does Aylestone School, Hereford have a sixth form?

Accepted Answer

No. Aylestone is an 11-16 secondary, so students move on at 16 to local sixth forms, colleges, apprenticeships or training routes.

Question 7

What SEN support is available at Aylestone School, Hereford?

Accepted Answer

Aylestone has a SENCO and a local authority resourced provision called The Bridge for students with an Education, Health and Care Plan and a diagnosis of autism, supporting access to mainstream learning with specialist staffing and facilities.

GCSE Performance

Grade Distribution

State School Performance Measures

EBacc Subject Outcomes