Dixons Manningham Academy
92%
Capacity
414
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Dixons Manningham Academy
Dixons Manningham Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dixons Manningham Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Terri Leighton, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11920th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 130th out of 153 in Bradford.
Dixons Manningham Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 119 applications for 47 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dixons Manningham Academy include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Gymnastics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Dixons Manningham Academy 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 | Wood Street, Bradford, Bradford, BD8 8HY |
| Headteacher | Terri Leighton |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.0% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 450 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11920th of 13,686
Nationally
1302nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
130th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
44%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
119
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wood Street, Bradford
Bradford, BD8 8HY
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