Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy, Bradford
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
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Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Barkerend Primary is an exceptional school where pupils consistently achieve very well in a respectful and orderly environment. Staff demonstrate skilled and dedicated teaching across all subjects, with particularly strong phonics instruction and early years provision that gives children the best possible start. The school goes beyond academics by offering numerous leadership roles, extra-curricular activities, and community links that help pupils develop resilience, independence, and become thoughtful, active citizens.
Key Strengths
- Excellent phonics teaching with expert staff who quickly identify and address gaps in pupils' understanding
- Carefully designed curriculum that ignites pupil interest and produces high-quality work across subjects
- Strong early years provision with focus on speech and language development, preparing children exceptionally well for Year 1
- Pupils with SEND are quickly identified and the curriculum is effectively adapted to meet their individual needs
- Excellent pupil behaviour, high attendance rates, and a nurturing environment that fosters intrinsic motivation to learn
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Extracurricular Activities
Eco-warriors, school council, mental health ambassadors, sporting competitions, musical performances, residential trips to outdoor activity centres, charity fundraising, care home visits
Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy has maintained the high standards it was previously judged outstanding for, with pupils thriving in a respectful and conducive learning environment. The school demonstrates high ambitions and an unwavering commitment to excellence across all areas.
At a Glance
40.6%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
66 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has remained stable at around 93%. Maths has improved from 85% to 93%. Writing has improved from 87% to 93%.
Class Sizes
28.9
Avg class size
29.5
Infant (KS1)
28.8
KS2
16
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
83%
Available places
520 pupils
630 capacity
110 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Bradford
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Bradford
Admissions Demand - Bradford
Places available
7,695
Applications
6,195
Got 1st preference
95.3%
Got preferred school
99.0%
Primary admissions across Bradford (2025/26)
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.42743%
Overall absence
13.66594%
Persistent absence
461
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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