Beckfoot School
Bingley, BD16 1EE · Bradford · secondary school
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7th of 35 secondary schools in Bradford we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.9/10 against 845 of them, against 7.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 58.4 · 79 | 46% | 3.66 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.42 · 80 | 38% | 3.08 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 51.5 · 76 | 15% | 1.17 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beckfoot School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.7% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 53.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.42 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,592 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,610. 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 Progress 8 score of +0.42 translate into support for individual students? What specific academic pathways are available for pupils aiming to exceed the national median Attainment 8 of 44.6?
What Ofsted said about Beckfoot School
Overview
Beckfoot School is described as a setting that “cares deeply about people,” where pupils feel safe and “everyone belongs here.” The inspection found that the school’s mission that “no child is left behind” is fully realised, with pupils making excellent progress through a highly ambitious curriculum. Leaders are “highly effective and relentless” in their efforts to improve the school’s work.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “highly ambitious for all pupils,” ensuring they develop an “impressive range of skills and knowledge” for future education or employment.
- Teachers possess “excellent subject knowledge” and deliver “highly engaging lessons,” consistently checking progress and adapting teaching to help pupils grasp concepts.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “quickly identified” and receive tailored support, integrating seamlessly into mainstream lessons or small ‘nurture’ classes.
- Behaviour is “impeccable,” with strong relationships between staff and pupils; sanctions are rarely needed, and pupils “enjoy learning and attend well.”
- Personal development is extensive, with pupils engaging in leadership roles, charity work, and career guidance, while sixth-form students act as “exemplary role models.”
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 50.4 |
| 2024/25 | 53.0 |
| 2025/26 | 51.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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