St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Lavin, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6983rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 68th out of 153 in Bradford.
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 26 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 47% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, St John the Evangelist Catholic 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Beacon Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD6 3DQ |
| Headteacher | Ben Lavin |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.5% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6983rd of 13,686
Nationally
741st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
68th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Beacon Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD6 3DQ
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