St Paul's CofE Primary School
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About St Paul's CofE Primary School
St Paul's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Paul's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sean Helliwell-Kenny, 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 6757th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 153 in Bradford.
St Paul's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 26 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
St Paul's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Paul's CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, St Paul's 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | St Paul's Avenue, Bradford, Bradford, BD6 1ST |
| Headteacher | Sean Helliwell-Kenny |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.1% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6757th of 13,686
Nationally
714th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
64th 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
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
34%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
25 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
92
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
St Paul's Avenue, Bradford
Bradford, BD6 1ST
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