Bankfoot Primary School
Bradford, BD5 9NR · Bradford · primary school
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14th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.5/10 against 2,841 of them, against 7.6/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 62% | 5.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bankfoot Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend a 2-night residential trip, High Adventure, and Nell Bank. A breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 247 pupils against a stated capacity of 283. 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 who do not reach the expected standard in their daily lessons? What specific activities take place during the 2-night residential trip? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support pupil wellbeing?
What Ofsted said about Bankfoot Primary School
Overview
Bankfoot Primary School is described as a place where pupils are ‘proud, safe, confident and included’. The inspection found that the school provides a high-quality education with ‘very positive attitudes to learning’ and a ‘calm and purposeful learning environment’. Leaders and staff are valued, and the school community embraces its values, resulting in strong behaviour and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils ‘relish the rewarding learning opportunities’ and engage with enthusiasm, benefiting from a ‘well-sequenced curriculum’ that builds knowledge over time.
- Reading is a strength, with teachers selecting books that ‘promote a love of reading’ and well-trained adults helping pupils develop ‘highly effective reading skills’.
- The school ‘accurately identifies the support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) need’, ensuring they access the ambitious curriculum through deliberate adaptations.
- Rich experiences, such as trips to farms and places of worship, help pupils develop teamwork skills and a ‘deep understanding of different cultures’.
- Staff feel ‘valued’ and ‘proud to work at the school’, supported by leaders who consider workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the school does not check what pupils have remembered over time, leading to ‘gaps in their learning’ that are not addressed.
- The recent changes to the writing curriculum are at an ‘early stage’, and the school has not yet fully checked the impact on pupils’ writing achievements.
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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
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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