Bradfield Primary School
96%
Capacity
115
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Bradfield Primary School
Bradfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tendring community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 115 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 120 places).
Ofsted has rated Bradfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maria Luck-Davies, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11312th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 33 in Tendring.
Bradfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 9 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bradfield Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tendring, Bradfield Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Heath Road, Manningtree, Tendring, CO11 2UZ |
| Headteacher | Maria Luck-Davies |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 115 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.3% |
| School Capacity | 115 / 120 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11312th of 13,686
Nationally
1264th of 1,612
In East of England
23rd of 33
In Tendring
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
23
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bradfield Primary School
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Contact Information
Heath Road, Manningtree
Tendring, CO11 2UZ
Journey to School
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