Best Primary Schools in Bradford 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 157 schools across Bradford. Updated with 2025–26 data.

157

Total schools

Outstanding

13%

Outstanding rate

61.1%

Avg KS2 SATs

39.6

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Lees Primary School Primary	Outstanding	82	View school
🥈	Burley Oaks Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
🥉	Lift Feversham Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
4.	Baildon Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
5.	All Saints' CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
6.	Bankfoot Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
7.	Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
8.	St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary	Good	77	View school
9.	Harden Primary School Primary	Good	72	View school
10.	East Morton CofE Primary School Primary	Good	72	View school
11.	Copthorne Primary School Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
12.	Burley and Woodhead CofE Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
13.	Beckfoot Priestthorpe Primary School & Nursery Primary	Good	71	View school
14.	St John's CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	71	View school
15.	Ashlands Primary School Primary	Outstanding	71	View school
16.	The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	70	View school
17.	Hoyle Court Primary School Primary	Good	70	View school
18.	St Walburga's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary	Good	70	View school
19.	Merlin Top Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	70	View school
20.	Haworth Primary School Primary	Good	70	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Bradford?

There are 157 primary schools in Bradford, of which 20 (13%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Bradford?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Bradford is Lees Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Bradford?

Primary and secondary school applications in Bradford are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Bradford council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Bradford?

13% of primary schools in Bradford are rated Outstanding and 68% are rated Good. 74.9% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.