Shibden Head Primary Academy

About Shibden Head Primary Academy

Shibden Head Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 411 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 419 places).

Ofsted has rated Shibden Head Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Shaw, 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 8286th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 86th out of 153 in Bradford.

Shibden Head Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 50 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 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 Shibden Head Primary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Shibden Head Primary Academy 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.

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