Poplars Farm Primary School
99%
Capacity
446
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Poplars Farm Primary School
Poplars 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 446 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Poplars Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Speak, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8436th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 88th out of 153 in Bradford.
Poplars Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 59 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Poplars Farm Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Athletics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Poplars 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 | Poplars Park Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD2 1LQ |
| Headteacher | Jo Speak |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.6% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 450 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 2 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8436th of 13,686
Nationally
895th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
88th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
58%
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
8Facilities 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
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Poplars Park Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD2 1LQ
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