Christ Church Church of England Academy
Shipley, BD18 2NT · Bradford · primary school
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113rd 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 — 2.7/10 against 1,087 of them, against 2.2/10 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 41% | 0.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 26% | 0.90 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christ Church Church of England Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 4.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a rock band, choir, and dance, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 161 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 to bridge the gap between the current 46.0% attainment and the national median of 64%? What specific strategies are in place to raise the 4.0% of pupils reaching the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Christ Church Church of England Academy
Overview
Christ Church Church of England Academy is described as a school where leaders have developed a "caring and nurturing ethos" based on compassion, community, and achievement. Pupils feel "happy and safe," benefit from a "well-planned curriculum" that builds year on year, and receive strong pastoral support. The inspection found the school to be effective in its leadership, teaching, and personal development provisions.
Strengths
- Phonics teaching is "effective," with books "accurately matched to pupils’ reading ability," helping them become "fluent and confident readers."
- The curriculum is "logically sequenced," allowing pupils to make progress across subjects, with impressive recall in areas like history and art.
- Leaders "swiftly identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities," providing support that ensures these pupils "do well."
- Early years provision is high quality, with staff who are "calm and very friendly," focusing on language development and sharing resources with parents.
- Staff are "enthusiastic, motivated," and feel valued, with new teachers receiving strong support from approachable leaders.
Areas to improve
- Assessment processes in some foundation subjects need development so subject leaders have a "clear picture of what pupils do well and what they need to improve."
- Leaders must maintain their drive to improve attendance for pupils who are "frequently absent," ensuring they do not miss out on valuable learning experiences.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with leaders prioritising pupil safety and maintaining "efficient and effective systems" to ensure families receive support quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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