Frizinghall Primary School
96%
Capacity
404
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Frizinghall Primary School
Frizinghall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 404 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Frizinghall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Merriman, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12420th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 137th out of 153 in Bradford.
Frizinghall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 52 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Frizinghall Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Frizinghall 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Salisbury Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD9 4HP |
| Headteacher | Victoria Merriman |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 404 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.9% |
| School Capacity | 404 / 420 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12420th of 13,686
Nationally
1365th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
137th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
40%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
74
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Frizinghall Primary School
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Contact Information
Salisbury Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD9 4HP
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