Keelham Primary School
Bradford, BD13 4HH · Bradford · primary school
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34th 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 the 4,185 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.7/10 among them, against 7.2/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Keelham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 6.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.7 out of 10 among them, against 7.2 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 111 pupils against a stated capacity of 118. 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
Since the last inspection was in 2023, what specific improvements have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Keelham Primary School
Overview
Keelham Primary School continues to be a good school, where leaders and staff provide a high-quality education rooted in the values of kindness, perseverance, and success. The school is described as calm and orderly, with pupils who are polite, respectful, and proud of their community. Parents and carers are highly supportive, valuing the care and attention given to their children.
Strengths
- Pupils display positive behaviour, with bullying and poor behaviour being rare; they feel safe and know adults will act immediately to support them.
- Subject curriculums are carefully planned, allowing pupils to build knowledge effectively and talk enthusiastically about their learning in subjects like mathematics and geography.
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with well-trained staff delivering a structured phonics programme; most pupils have good phonic knowledge and genuinely enjoy reading.
- Leaders ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have their needs identified and met, enabling them to experience success across the curriculum.
- Governors have a strong, supportive relationship with the headteacher and are fully aware of their responsibilities, while leaders are mindful of staff well-being and workload.
Areas to improve
- Reading books are not matched closely enough to the phonic ability of some pupils, meaning younger pupils rely too much on adult support to read accurately; leaders should ensure books contain sounds pupils know well.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders going ‘over and above’ to ensure pupils are safe through vigilant record-keeping, regular staff training, and quick responses to concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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