Baildon Church of England Primary School
90%
Capacity
427
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Baildon Church of England Primary School
Baildon Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 427 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Katie Savage, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1182nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 153 in Bradford.
Baildon Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 134 applications for 51 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Baildon Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (136 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Baildon Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Book Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Baildon Church of England Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Coverdale Way, Shipley, Bradford, BD17 6TE |
| Headteacher | Katie Savage |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 427 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.2% |
| School Capacity | 427 / 472 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1182nd of 13,686
Nationally
115th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
8th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
82%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
136 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
134
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Baildon Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Coverdale Way, Shipley
Bradford, BD17 6TE
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