Beckfoot Heaton Primary
Bradford, BD9 6LL · Bradford · primary school
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22nd 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 — 9.3/10 against 1,856 of them, against 8.2/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beckfoot Heaton Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 752 pupils against a stated capacity of 755. 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 curriculum support pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Beckfoot Heaton Primary
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work “may have improved significantly across all areas” since the previous inspection, prompting a future graded inspection. The report describes a “happy and friendly place to learn” where pupils “thrive” and achieve highly, supported by a “vibrant and rich curriculum” and strong community relationships.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “engaging and well thought out,” with teachers skilfully connecting subjects to help pupils “understand more deeply.”
- Reading is a priority, with staff delivering the phonics programme “exceptionally well” so pupils “learn to read very quickly.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive “the very best care, support and challenge,” with staff adapting teaching effectively.
- The early years provide a “high-quality experience” with “excellent interactions” that enhance language and mathematical development.
- Leaders “drive continuous improvement” and ensure staff are “valued, supported and motivated.”
Areas to improve
- The report notes that “pupil attendance is not consistently strong for all pupils,” though leaders are taking “swift and rapid action” to secure improvement.
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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