Hill Top CofE Primary School
108%
Capacity
227
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Hill Top CofE Primary School
Hill Top CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hill Top CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Ball, 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 12451st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 139th out of 153 in Bradford.
Hill Top CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hill Top CofE Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Hill Top CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Common Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD12 0TL |
| Headteacher | Julie Ball |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.6% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 210 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12451st of 13,686
Nationally
1370th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
139th 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
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Common Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD12 0TL
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