Oldfield Primary School
Keighley, BD22 0HZ · Bradford · primary school
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142nd 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 4,169 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.1/10 among them, against 0.7/10 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 | 33.0 · 4 | 40% | 0.17 |
| 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.
Oldfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 33.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.1 out of 10 among them, against 0.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in rock climbing, abseiling, hikes, and gorge walking, alongside Forest School sessions and Outward Bound adventure trips.
Getting in
The published school roll is 67 pupils against a stated capacity of 68. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How does the school manage the transition for new starters given the current capacity?
What Ofsted said about Oldfield Primary School
Overview
Oldfield Primary School is described as having a “strong sense of community” where pupils feel valued and safe. Leaders maintain “high expectations for pupils’ learning,” resulting in an “ambitious and exciting” curriculum that enables children to know and remember more over time. The school fosters positive behaviour, with bullying being rare and older pupils modelling good conduct for younger children.
Strengths
- Staff ensure pupils feel safe and valued, with leaders addressing poor behaviour “quickly and effectively.”
- The curriculum is well-designed, using “powerful texts” to help pupils understand complex topics like evolution.
- Reading is a priority; a new early reading programme ensures pupils’ phonic knowledge is secure and they read with “increasing fluency.”
- The early years provision is “well designed,” encouraging children to use a wide range of vocabulary and learn from mistakes to build resilience.
- Pupils develop life skills through carefully planned activities, residential visits, and opportunities to engage with local cultural events.
Areas to improve
- Documentation for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) lacks sufficient detail, meaning adaptations do not consistently meet individual needs.
- Some subject leaders cannot clearly identify what pupils should know and when, leading to slower progress in mixed-age classes where the curriculum is not adapted.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” with staff receiving regular training and making prompt referrals to local agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 33% |
| 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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