Sandy Lane Primary School
96%
Capacity
332
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Sandy Lane Primary School
Sandy Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 332 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 345 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sandy Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Newsome, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7740th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 78th out of 153 in Bradford.
Sandy Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 31 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sandy Lane Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Sandy Lane 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cottingley Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD15 9JU |
| Headteacher | Fiona Newsome |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 332 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.3% |
| School Capacity | 332 / 345 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7740th of 13,686
Nationally
821st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
78th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
60%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
101
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
30 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
Cottingley Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD15 9JU
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