Wibsey Primary School
Bradford, BD6 1RL · Bradford · primary school
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86th 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 — 4.1/10 against 2,314 of them, against 3.5/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wibsey Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 3.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Band, Raise your voice choir, and School Council, while learning guitar, woodwind, brass, or strings. Year 6 students attend a Robinwood Residential trip, and the Wibsey School Parliament visits London.
Getting in
The published school roll is 659 pupils against a stated capacity of 684. 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 support is available for the Year 6 residential preparation? How are the music lessons structured for beginners?
What Ofsted said about Wibsey Primary School
Overview
Wibsey Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "safe and welcoming community" where staff maintain high expectations for behaviour. Pupils are keen to learn, bullying is "extremely rare," and there is a strong emphasis on personal development and community connection. The school provides robust support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring they are fully involved in school life.
Strengths
- Reading is "highly valued," with well-trained staff delivering a scheme where books match known sounds, supported by daily interventions.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "very well supported" with clear targets and strategies, including access to 'The Haven' for additional help.
- The early years curriculum gets children ready for Year 1 well, featuring "well planned" teacher-led sessions and high-quality resources.
- The wider offer for personal development is strong, with thoughtfully planned lessons on fairness, online safety, and "the art of thinking."
- Staff well-being is prioritised, with most staff feeling their workload is "well managed" and praising leaders for support.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, leaders have not identified the most important knowledge pupils should learn "carefully enough," leading to inconsistent emphasis and assessment of key content.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff understanding how to identify risks and report concerns, ensuring pupils feel safe and have a trusted adult to turn to.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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