High Crags Primary Leadership Academy
80%
Capacity
336
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About High Crags Primary Leadership Academy
High Crags Primary Leadership Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 336 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated High Crags Primary Leadership Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Ray, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4541st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 153 in Bradford.
High Crags Primary Leadership Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 33 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at High Crags Primary Leadership Academy include Library, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Gymnastics, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, High Crags Primary Leadership 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Crag Road, Shipley, Bradford, BD18 2ES |
| Headteacher | Helen Ray |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 336 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.3% |
| School Capacity | 336 / 420 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4541st of 13,686
Nationally
457th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
40th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crag Road, Shipley
Bradford, BD18 2ES
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Opening Hours
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