Miriam Lord Primary School
92%
Capacity
386
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Miriam Lord Primary School
Miriam Lord 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 386 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Miriam Lord Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bryan Harrison, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4365th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 153 in Bradford.
Miriam Lord Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 44 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Miriam Lord Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Miriam Lord 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 | Bavaria Place, Bavaria Place, Manningham, Bradford, Bradford, BD8 8RG |
| Headteacher | Bryan Harrison |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 386 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.1% |
| School Capacity | 386 / 420 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Mar 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Mar 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4365th of 13,686
Nationally
434th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
37th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
70%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
141
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
43 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
Bavaria Place, Bavaria Place, Manningham, Bradford
Bradford, BD8 8RG
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