Burley Oaks Primary School
94%
Capacity
394
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Burley Oaks Primary School
Burley Oaks Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 394 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Emma Learmonth, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7267th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 71st out of 153 in Bradford.
Burley Oaks Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 159 applications for 60 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burley Oaks Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Burley Oaks 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Langford Lane, Ilkley, Bradford, LS29 7EJ |
| Headteacher | Emma Learmonth |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 394 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.9% |
| School Capacity | 394 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7267th of 13,686
Nationally
765th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
71st of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
62%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
159
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Langford Lane, Ilkley
Bradford, LS29 7EJ
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