Birkenshaw Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Bradford, BD11 2JE · Kirklees · primary school
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49th of 99 primary schools in Kirklees we can score, 144 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 2,954 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9/10 among them, against 6.6/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Birkenshaw Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 5.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. An inspection in April 2026 assessed the school under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 6.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 457 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
Since the inspection is recent, what specific actions are being taken to address the areas graded under the new framework? How do the wraparound clubs support pupils during the transition between school hours and home?
What Ofsted said about Birkenshaw Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
Birkenshaw Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is described as a place where pupils "enjoy coming to school" and are "kind and considerate." The report highlights a strong culture of inclusion and high expectations for behaviour, with leaders demonstrating professionalism and an "outward facing" approach. While most pupils achieve well and are well-prepared for secondary school, the report notes that quality assurance processes are not yet securely embedded across all areas.
Strengths
- Attendance and behaviour are rated at a "Strong standard," with pupils demonstrating "highly positive learning behaviours" and being "extremely polite."
- The school has a "culture of inclusion," providing effective pastoral support and ensuring pupils with special educational needs make "positive progress."
- Staff in core subjects have "secure subject knowledge," enabling pupils to make "secure progress" in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils talking "confidently" about safety and demonstrating "high levels of respect for others."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should develop strategic oversight of interventions for pupils with barriers to learning to ensure they can "make more timely adjustments when needed."
- Quality assurance across all aspects of the school’s work needs further refinement so leaders can "act rapidly to bring about any necessary improvements."
- In some subjects, curriculum plans do not match classroom learning, and staff do not always check the effectiveness of adaptations, leading to "persistent gaps in their knowledge."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns being actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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