Ashlands Primary School
Ilkley, LS29 8JY · Bradford · primary school
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71st of 156 primary schools in Bradford we can score, 157 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,535 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0/10 among them, against 4.9/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 66.0 · 54 | 62% | 3.32 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ashlands Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0 out of 10 among them, against 4.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access Wild Explorers, Forest Schools, and the Saplings before and after-school club. Sports include Jiu Jitsu, swimming, and cycling, while arts features Mini Magic Flute. Trips include a Pen-y-ghent climb.
Getting in
The published school roll is 266 pupils against a stated capacity of 490. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining from other schools?
What Ofsted said about Ashlands Primary School
Overview
Ashlands Primary School is described as having a "strong sense of community" where pupils feel safe and are "well prepared for their next stage of learning and life." The report highlights a "clear and ambitious vision" shared by staff, resulting in high attendance and positive behaviour, though it notes that curriculum implementation requires further refinement in certain areas.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "kindness, respect and care" towards others and take on leadership roles such as "eco team" and "school councillors".
- Reading is a high priority with "well-trained staff" delivering consistent phonics lessons, enabling pupils to "make rapid progress and achieve exceptionally well".
- The early years curriculum uses "high-quality interactions" to develop language and social skills, helping children settle quickly.
- Staff appreciate the "consideration that leaders give to their workload and well-being" and welcome increased professional development.
- Trustees provide "effective oversight and strategic direction," ensuring the school understands its strengths and areas for development.
Areas to improve
- The school must refine the curriculum in some areas to ensure staff are clear about the "specific knowledge that pupils should learn" and the order of teaching.
- Oversight of curriculum delivery needs strengthening to reduce variability, ensuring subject leaders have the expertise to check "how well the curriculum is being delivered".
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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