St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
80%
Capacity
112
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 112 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ashley Wilkinson, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3515th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 153 in Bradford.
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 11 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 62% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | High Busy Lane, Shipley, Bradford, BD18 1HD |
| Headteacher | Ashley Wilkinson |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 112 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.7% |
| School Capacity | 112 / 140 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3515th of 13,686
Nationally
344th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
32nd of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
2025/26Oversubscribed11
23
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
High Busy Lane, Shipley
Bradford, BD18 1HD
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