Shipley CofE Primary School
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Shipley CofE Primary School
Shipley CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shipley CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gavin Hamilton, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9311th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 100th out of 153 in Bradford.
Shipley CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 21 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shipley CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Shipley CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Otley Road, Shipley, Bradford, BD18 2PT |
| Headteacher | Gavin Hamilton |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.3% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9311th of 13,686
Nationally
993rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
100th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
55%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed21
73
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Otley Road, Shipley
Bradford, BD18 2PT
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