Bradford Academy, Bradford
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Sixth Form
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Bradford Academy welcomes pupils from all backgrounds and creates an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed. The school places reading at the heart of learning and provides expert support to help any child who finds it difficult. Pupils behave well, feel valued, and are encouraged to discover their strengths through a carefully designed curriculum that adapts to their individual needs.
Key Strengths
- Strong emphasis on reading from age two with a wide range of books and expert phonics teaching - pupils catch up quickly if they struggle
- Excellent support for pupils with SEND who thrive alongside their peers in an inclusive learning environment
- Good behaviour throughout school with proactive strategies that have reduced disruptions and created a calm learning space
- Well-designed curriculum tailored to meet individual pupil needs and aspirations
- Skilled governors who support the school effectively
Areas for Improvement
- Teachers do not consistently deliver curriculum content to the high standard planned by leaders, meaning pupils don't fully understand key knowledge
- Attendance remains a concern with some pupils, especially in specific year groups, missing vital learning
- Year 11 exam results were below national expectations as this cohort didn't fully benefit from recent curriculum changes
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with leaders creating an open and positive culture that puts pupils' interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
Choir, sports teams, school visits, sports activities, overseas travel, social initiatives
Bradford Academy is an inclusive all-through school where pupils feel valued and happy. The school has made improvements since the last inspection, though the quality of education requires further development to ensure consistent curriculum delivery.
At a Glance
51.3%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder, SEMH - Social, Emotional and Mental Health, PD - Physical Disability
SEN Provision
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
42 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 73% to 57%. Maths has declined from 73% to 60%. Writing has remained stable at around 60%.
Class Sizes
19.9
Avg class size
23.8
Infant (KS1)
26.2
KS2
80
Total classes
2 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
82%
Available places
1,549 pupils
1,891 capacity
342 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Bradford
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Bradford
Admissions Demand - Bradford
Places available
7,315
Applications
7,685
Got 1st preference
77.4%
Got preferred school
93.7%
Secondary admissions across Bradford (2025/26)
Inspection History(8)
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SEN Provision
How many pupils have special educational needs, what types of support the school provides, and how it compares to similar schools.
Pupil Demographics
The school's pupil mix - ethnicity breakdown, free school meals eligibility, and English as an additional language. Useful context when evaluating school fit.
Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
Annual funding per pupil, total budget, pupil premium grants, and how the school's resources compare to similar schools nationally.
Pupil Absence2024/25
13.62059%
Overall absence
37.54889%
Persistent absence
1,534
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Bradford Academy
Lower Fields Primary Academy
Bowling Park Primary School
Bradford Beacon School
Knowleswood Primary School
Newhall Park Primary School
St Columba's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
Rainbow Primary Leadership Academy
St Matthew's CofE Primary School and Nursery
St John's CofE Primary School
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