Burley and Woodhead CofE Primary School
102%
Capacity
214
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Burley and Woodhead CofE Primary School
Burley and Woodhead CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Nina Dobson, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2038th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 153 in Bradford.
Burley and Woodhead CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 30 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burley and Woodhead CofE Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Cross Country, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Burley and Woodhead CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Sandholme Drive, Ilkley, Bradford, LS29 7RQ |
| Headteacher | Nina Dobson |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.4% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 210 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2038th of 13,686
Nationally
196th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
17th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
78%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
131
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burley and Woodhead CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Sandholme Drive, Ilkley
Bradford, LS29 7RQ
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