Horton Grange Primary School
Bradford, BD7 2EU · Bradford · primary school
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100th 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 — 4.2/10 against 1,932 of them, against 3.7/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 62% | 1.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 38% | 2.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Horton Grange Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 10.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join archery and curling clubs, with both a breakfast club and an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 682 pupils against a stated capacity of 750. 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 maths? What specific activities are included in the archery and curling clubs? How does the school manage class sizes with 682 pupils enrolled?
What Ofsted said about Horton Grange Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as “proud to attend this caring and inclusive school” where they feel “safe and happy.” The report highlights “exemplary” behaviour and an “ambitious” curriculum, noting that pupils achieve highly in national assessments despite low starting points. While the school fosters strong personal development and community engagement, inconsistencies in curriculum delivery and writing instruction require attention.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exemplary” behaviour, settling quickly to work in a “calm learning environment.”
- The school promotes pupils’ wider development “exceptionally well,” with a “well-planned” personal, social and health education programme.
- Staff have “secure subject knowledge” and break content into “small steps of learning” to support pupils.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities have access to the “same range of ambitious opportunities as their peers.”
- Early years provision is “well planned,” with clear routines supporting children’s curiosity and independence.
Areas to improve
- The school must address “inconsistency in the implementation of the school’s curriculum,” which leads to variability in pupil outcomes and knowledge retention.
- Pupils need more opportunities to practise letter formation, as they currently make “many errors in their writing” that staff do not address “swiftly or consistently.”
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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