Clayton St John CofE Primary School
90%
Capacity
380
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Clayton St John CofE Primary School
Clayton St John CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 380 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Clayton St John CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Emsley, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8546th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 91st out of 153 in Bradford.
Clayton St John CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 23 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Clayton St John CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Clayton St John CofE Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Clayton St John 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bradford Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD14 6DD |
| Headteacher | Gemma Emsley |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 380 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.3% |
| School Capacity | 380 / 420 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8546th of 13,686
Nationally
906th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
91st of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Clayton St John CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Bradford Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD14 6DD
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