Farnham Primary School
107%
Capacity
449
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Farnham Primary School
Farnham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 449 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Farnham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Keenan, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 25% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13472nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 151st out of 153 in Bradford.
Farnham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 39 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Farnham Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Farnham 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Stratford Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD7 3HU |
| Headteacher | Samantha Keenan |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 449 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.4% |
| School Capacity | 449 / 420 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (25%)
13472nd of 13,686
Nationally
1490th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
151st of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
25%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
25%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
130
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stratford Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD7 3HU
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