Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy
Bradford, BD3 0QT · Bradford · primary school
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2nd 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 — 9.8/10 against 1,688 of them, against 9.3/10 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 | 92.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.93 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 92.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 15.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join STEAM, Art, Microbit coding, and cross stitch clubs, alongside 'My Happy Mind'. Sports include football, dodgeball, and yoga. Arts features clay workshops, a KS2 choir, and flute or recorder lessons. Trips include a pantomime at The Alhambra Theatre, author interviews, and residential trips to Nell Bank. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 520 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the breakfast club? How are the residential trips to Nell Bank structured for younger pupils?
What Ofsted said about Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy
Overview
Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection, which judged the school outstanding for overall effectiveness. Pupils thrive in a respectful environment where they achieve very well, supported by skilled staff and a carefully designed curriculum. The school continues to provide high-quality education and support, with leaders ensuring continuous improvement through clear monitoring systems.
Strengths
- Phonics teaching is a strength, with staff expertly delivering a structured programme that ensures pupils become "confident, fluent readers."
- The curriculum is "carefully designed to ignite pupils’ interest," resulting in pupils being "knowledgeable" and producing work of a "high standard."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly, and staff adapt the curriculum effectively so they "successfully access the curriculum."
- Behaviour is excellent, with pupils developing "strong learning habits" and a "nurturing environment" fostering intrinsic motivation.
- Early years provision is exceptional, with a strong focus on speech and language ensuring children are "very well prepared for the next stage of their education."
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 92% |
| 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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