Steeton Primary School

About Steeton Primary School

Steeton Primary School sits within the Bradford local authority, one of 157 primary schools in the area. In the most recent rankings based on the proportion of pupils reaching the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, Steeton placed 63rd out of 153 schools in the LA, putting it in the top half of its peers. The three highest-ranked primaries in the local authority are All Saints' CofE Primary School, Harden Primary School and Copthorne Primary School, all of which sit above Steeton in the local league table. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection, carried out in February 2025, awarded it an overall effectiveness rating of Outstanding, a significant step up from its previous Good rating. Inspectors judged the quality of education, personal development, behaviour and attitudes, and leadership and management all to be Outstanding, with early years provision rated Good. This places Steeton among just 15 primary schools in Bradford that currently hold an Outstanding rating.

Academically, Steeton performs above the local average. In the 2023/24 Key Stage 2 assessments, 63% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared with the Bradford LA average of 59%. Reading was a particular strength, with 83% of pupils meeting the expected standard and an average scaled score of 105. In writing, 78% met the expected standard, while in maths the figure was 74%, with an average scaled score of 104. At the higher standard, 7% of pupils achieved the top level across all three subjects. Progress scores were not available for the most recent data, but the school’s attainment figures suggest solid foundations. Nationally, Steeton ranks in the 48th percentile, placing it around the middle of all primary schools in England. In the Yorkshire and Humber region, it sits in the 46th percentile.

The school is oversubscribed: for the 2025/26 intake, it received 74 applications for 30 places, with 28 first-preference offers made. That gives an oversubscription ratio of 2.47 applicants per place, so families need to be prepared to apply early. Steeton offers a range of facilities including a forest school, sensory room, library and chapel, plus sports such as athletics, football and cricket. Clubs include drama, chess, art and gardening. The school supports children with a variety of SEND needs, including dyslexia, speech and language difficulties, hearing impairment and social, emotional and mental health needs. Parent feedback is very positive: 98% of respondents would recommend the school, and strong majorities agreed that children are happy, feel safe and do well. This is a school that suits families looking for a well-regarded, community-focused primary with strong academic outcomes and a broad extracurricular offer, particularly those who can secure a place in a competitive admissions round.

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