Hoyle Court Primary School
101%
Capacity
302
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Hoyle Court Primary School
Hoyle Court Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 302 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hoyle Court Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Thirkill, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7660th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 75th out of 153 in Bradford.
Hoyle Court Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 30 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Hoyle Court Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Hoyle Court 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Fyfe Grove, Shipley, Bradford, BD17 6DN |
| Headteacher | Claire Thirkill |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 302 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 302 / 300 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7660th of 13,686
Nationally
810th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
75th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
60%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
105
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fyfe Grove, Shipley
Bradford, BD17 6DN
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