Shipley CofE Primary School
Shipley, BD18 2PT · Bradford · primary school
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105th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.5/10 against 2,458 of them, against 2.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 40% | 0.42 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Shipley CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 213 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 steps are taken to improve reading outcomes for Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Shipley CofE Primary School
Overview
Shipley C of E Primary School is judged as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. The report highlights a school with ‘strong and caring relationships’ between staff and pupils, underpinned by a ‘well-sequenced and ambitious curriculum’ and effective safeguarding arrangements.
Strengths
- Leaders have developed a curriculum that weaves school values such as ‘love, honesty’ and ‘respect’ throughout learning, fostering positive pupil interactions.
- Mathematics teaching is ‘well established’, with teachers using assessment effectively to adapt lessons and support independent learning.
- Early reading instruction is successful; pupils ‘confidently use their phonics knowledge’ and receive targeted interventions to address gaps.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities access the full curriculum through accurate learning targets and specific resources.
- Staff well-being is prioritised, contributing to a ‘cohesive staff ethos’ and positive professional development opportunities.
Areas to improve
- Assessment activities in foundation subjects like geography and history do not provide teachers with accurate information on pupil understanding.
- Reading materials in subjects other than English are not accessible to all pupils, causing some to fall behind.
- Some pupils take too long to settle after social times, delaying the start of lessons and losing valuable learning time.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving necessary training and leaders working closely with external specialists to ensure pupils are safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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