Carlton Mills
73%
Capacity
306
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Carlton Mills
Carlton Mills is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 306 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Carlton Mills "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rishi Seedher, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5547th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 153 in Bradford.
Carlton Mills is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 20 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Carlton Mills include Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Eco Club, Drama, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Carlton Mills 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 | Scotchman Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD9 5AT |
| Headteacher | Rishi Seedher |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 306 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.4% |
| School Capacity | 306 / 420 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5547th of 13,686
Nationally
571st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
48th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
67%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
74
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carlton Mills
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Contact Information
Scotchman Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD9 5AT
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
