Farfield Primary and Nursery School
Bradford, BD6 2BS · Bradford · primary school
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55th 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 — 7.5/10 against 994 of them, against 5.7/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Farfield Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Arts & Crafts, Book club, Crafts and Competitions, Dance, Football, and Multi Sports. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 384 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
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2025 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Farfield Primary and Nursery School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that “aspects of the school’s work may not be as strong as at the time of the previous inspection,” triggering a future graded inspection. While pastoral care is praised and the curriculum in mathematics and reading is “well considered,” inconsistencies in teaching foundation subjects, phonics implementation, and attendance have been identified.
Strengths
- “Pupils’ mental health and well-being are priorities” with “pastoral care” described as being “of a high quality.”
- The curriculum in mathematics and reading is “well considered,” with specific adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils’ behaviour in lessons is “calm and courteous,” and they “listen to one another and to staff attentively.”
- Staff feel “well supported” and value professional development opportunities, speaking “passionately about supporting pupils to achieve their best.”
- Educational visits and leadership opportunities, such as sports leaders and fundraisers, help pupils contribute constructively to the school and community.
Areas to improve
- Ensure the phonics programme is “implemented consistently well” to support early readers.
- Ensure the foundation curriculum is taught consistently, with staff selecting appropriate activities and checking understanding before moving on.
- Strengthen the approach to securing high attendance, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
- Ensure pupils have a strong understanding of conduct at social times and that reports of unkind behaviour are addressed consistently.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” though minor weaknesses in the single central record were identified and the school’s oversight of this record is “not as effective as it might be.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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