Peel Park Primary School and Nursery
90%
Capacity
546
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Peel Park Primary School and Nursery
Peel Park Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 546 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 609 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Peel Park Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrea Grist, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11859th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 129th out of 153 in Bradford.
Peel Park Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 47 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
Peel Park Primary School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 60% recommending the school (10 responses).
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 Peel Park Primary School and Nursery include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Peel Park Primary School and Nursery 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 | Peel Park Drive, Bradford, Bradford, BD2 4PR |
| Headteacher | Andrea Grist |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 546 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.1% |
| School Capacity | 546 / 609 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
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 (44%)
11859th of 13,686
Nationally
1294th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
129th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
10 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Peel Park Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
Peel Park Drive, Bradford
Bradford, BD2 4PR
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