East Morton CofE Primary School
Keighley, BD20 5SE · Bradford · primary school
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16th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 8.4/10 against 3,999 of them, against 8.6/10 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) 2024/25 | 83.0 · 92 | 41% | 3.77 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.73 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 26% | 1.99 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
East Morton CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join code club, recorders, gymnastics, table tennis, badminton, rock steady, and Young Leaders clubs. Sports include athletics, netball, football, cross country, tennis, and the Bingley Schools Swimming Gala. Arts and music provision features Junior and Senior choirs, Orchestra, Brass Band, Samba, Tuned percussion, and peripatetic music lessons.
Getting in
The published school roll is 224 pupils against a stated capacity of 232. 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 do not reach the expected standard? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about East Morton CofE Primary School
Overview
East Morton Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school where pupils thrive in a welcoming environment. Leaders set high expectations, resulting in exemplary behaviour and a strong sense of safety among students. The curriculum is well designed, particularly in reading and mathematics, though there are specific areas for refinement in other subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils find learning ‘irresistible’ and display ‘exemplary’ behaviour, being kind and considerate towards one another.
- The curriculum is ‘well designed and sequenced’, with staff using ‘retrieval practice’ to ensure pupils retain knowledge, particularly in mathematics.
- Reading is taught with confidence; staff identify gaps in phonic knowledge and provide daily support so that ‘no one is left behind’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are ‘well supported in class’ and achieve well, accessing the same curriculum as their peers.
- Staff value the training opportunities provided and feel supported by leaders in managing their workload.
Areas to improve
- Leaders need to continue defining the early years curriculum, specifically for areas such as expressive arts and design, so teachers know precisely what knowledge to teach and when.
- In wider curriculum subjects like geography, leaders should ensure teachers present information clearly so pupils remember subject knowledge rather than just the activity itself.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with appropriate staff checks undertaken and regular training ensuring staff are alert to potential concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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
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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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