Home Farm Primary School
97%
Capacity
468
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Home Farm Primary School
Home Farm 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 468 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 484 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Home Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Poole, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9343rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 101st out of 153 in Bradford.
Home Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 111 applications for 59 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Home Farm Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Home Farm 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 | Home Farm Close, Bradford, Bradford, BD6 3NR |
| Headteacher | Joanne Poole |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 468 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.3% |
| School Capacity | 468 / 484 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9343rd of 13,686
Nationally
996th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
101st of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
55%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
111
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Home Farm Close, Bradford
Bradford, BD6 3NR
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