St. Clare's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St. Clare's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
St. Clare's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St. Clare's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Roxanne d'Arcy, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8253rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 85th out of 153 in Bradford.
St. Clare's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 17 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St. Clare's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Science Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, St. Clare'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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Fagley Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD2 3JD |
| Headteacher | Roxanne d'Arcy |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.0% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8253rd of 13,686
Nationally
873rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
85th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
59%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St. Clare's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Fagley Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD2 3JD
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