Bradford Primary School
Holsworthy, EX22 7AB · Devon · primary school
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151st of 279 primary schools in Devon we can score, 309 in total — the rest without enough published data. 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 — 3.9/10 against 2,500 of them, against 3.6/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2023/24 | 33.0 · 4 | 40% | 0.17 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2023/24 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bradford Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2023/24, 33.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. A higher 17.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 6%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (3.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 24 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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 below the expected standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in the current year group? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Bradford Primary School
Overview
Bradford Primary School is described as a ‘special place’ where pupils are treated as individuals within a ‘loving family of learners’. The inspection found that leaders’ vision is well embedded, resulting in positive attitudes, high expectations, and a strong sense of community among staff and pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils display a ‘can do’ attitude, behave consistently well, and show kindness and cooperation, with bullying being rare.
- Reading is a priority; most pupils are ‘confident and fluent readers’ who enjoy stories from a range of authors and genres.
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious’ and supports pupils in building knowledge effectively, with teachers using assessment to check retention.
- Staff feel ‘extremely well supported’ and empowered by leaders, benefiting from trust-wide expertise and collaboration.
- Leaders provide a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities, including water sports and gardening, and prepare pupils well for their roles as citizens.
Areas to improve
- Leaders need to fully evaluate the relatively new curriculum to address inconsistencies in the depth of knowledge pupils know and remember across all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where staff understand that ‘it could happen here’ and concerns are recorded and acted on quickly.
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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