Russell Hall Primary School
93%
Capacity
219
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Russell Hall Primary School
Russell Hall Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Russell Hall Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Grant, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12150th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 133rd out of 153 in Bradford.
Russell Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 25 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Russell Hall Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Russell Hall Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Russell Hall 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 | None |
| Address | West End, Bradford, Bradford, BD13 2AW |
| Headteacher | Andrew Grant |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.4% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 236 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12150th of 13,686
Nationally
1329th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
133rd of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
27%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Russell Hall Primary School
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Contact Information
West End, Bradford
Bradford, BD13 2AW
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