Lift Feversham
Bradford, BD3 9EG · Bradford · primary school
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5th 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 — 9.6/10 against 2,182 of them, against 8.8/10 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 | 90.0 · 98 | 62% | 6.00 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 38% | 2.84 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lift Feversham overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 90.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 12.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in drumming, Nasheed, and guitar clubs, attend a Year 5 residential trip, and can access both breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 478 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
What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard? How are the arts clubs structured for different age groups?
What Ofsted said about Lift Feversham
Overview
Feversham Primary Academy is described as a "warm and welcoming school" where "pupils flourish" and feel safe. The inspection highlights a "calm and purposeful atmosphere" driven by a "highly ambitious vision" that ensures all pupils, regardless of background, can excel. The school is held in high regard by the trust and community, with leaders promoting a "culture of excellence."
Strengths
- The "highly ambitious curriculum" is carefully designed, with "oracy" at its heart, enabling pupils to "articulate their ideas with maturity and precision."
- Teachers possess "excellent subject knowledge" and use "rigorous and thorough strategies" to check understanding, quickly addressing misconceptions.
- Reading is a high priority; staff teach phonics "consistently well," helping pupils read "accurately, confidently, fluently and with expression."
- The early years provision is "vibrant, purposeful and exceptionally well resourced," fostering children’s language skills and independence.
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour, demonstrating "resilient and productive attitudes to learning" and taking pride in their work.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 90% |
| 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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