Byron Primary School
105%
Capacity
661
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Byron Primary School
Byron Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 661 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Byron Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Booth, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10279th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 108th out of 153 in Bradford.
Byron Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 71 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Byron Primary School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Byron 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Barkerend Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD3 0AB |
| Headteacher | Paul Booth |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 661 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.4% |
| School Capacity | 661 / 630 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10279th of 13,686
Nationally
1091st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
108th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
52%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed71
169
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barkerend Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD3 0AB
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