Lift Feversham
116%
Capacity
486
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Lift Feversham
Lift Feversham is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 486 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Naveed Idrees, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1205th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 153 in Bradford.
Lift Feversham is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 59 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
Lift Feversham parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (15 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lift Feversham include Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, Rounders, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Lift Feversham 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 | None |
| Address | Harewood Street, Bradford, Bradford, BD3 9EG |
| Headteacher | Naveed Idrees |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 486 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.4% |
| School Capacity | 486 / 420 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1205th of 13,686
Nationally
117th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
10th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
82%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities 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
123
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lift Feversham
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Harewood Street, Bradford
Bradford, BD3 9EG
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