Holybrook Primary School
102%
Capacity
262
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Holybrook Primary School
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, Holybrook Primary School is a state-funded co-educational primary school in Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber for ages 3 to 11. The school has 262 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 258 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Chris Lloyd, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3390th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 153 in Bradford.
Holybrook Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 29 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 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 Holybrook Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Coding, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Holybrook 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 |
| Address | Rillington Mead, Bradford, Bradford, BD10 0EF |
| Headteacher | Chris Lloyd |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 262 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.4% |
| School Capacity | 262 / 258 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3390th of 13,686
Nationally
336th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
30th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
73%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holybrook Primary School
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Contact Information
Rillington Mead, Bradford
Bradford, BD10 0EF
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