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Southmere Primary Academy

Bradford, BD7 3NRPrimaryAges 3–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Jun 2023
KS2 Results
42%
meeting expected standard in RWM
Competition
1.0×
Not oversubscribed
19 1st-choice / 19 places
Ranking
#12,284
of 13,686 nationally

About Southmere Primary Academy

Southmere Primary Academy in Bradford is a mixed state primary for ages 3 to 11 that is currently running close to capacity, with 375 pupils against a school capacity of 405. The school serves a community with a notably high level of disadvantage: 50.8% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well above the national average for primary schools. Demand for places is strong — for the 2025/26 intake, the school received 54 applications for just 19 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 2.84. All 19 first-preference applicants were offered a place, but the overall numbers suggest that many families are keen to secure a spot here. The school has no religious character and offers nursery provision, making it a straightforward option for local families looking for a non-faith state primary from the early years upward.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressEwart Street, Bradford, Bradford, BD7 3NR
HeadteacherRachael Binns
Local AuthorityBradford
Number of Pupils375
Free School Meals (FSM)50.8%
School Capacity375 / 405 (93% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

20 Jun 2023
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good
Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

4
GymnasiumSports HallOutdoor PlaygroundLibrary

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

RoundersCricketAthleticsGymnasticsDanceNetball

Clubs & Activities

DramaChoirScience ClubChessFilm ClubGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Southmere Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.