Co-op Academy Penny Oaks
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Co-op Academy Penny Oaks
Co-op Academy Penny Oaks is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Co-op Academy Penny Oaks "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Khambhaita, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7930th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 82nd out of 153 in Bradford.
Co-op Academy Penny Oaks is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 20 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Co-op Academy Penny Oaks include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Co-op Academy Penny Oaks 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 | None |
| Address | Upper Nidd Street, Bradford, Bradford, BD3 9ND |
| Headteacher | Michelle Khambhaita |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.6% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7930th of 13,686
Nationally
838th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
82nd of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
60%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Upper Nidd Street, Bradford
Bradford, BD3 9ND
Journey to School
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