Stocks Lane Primary School
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Stocks Lane Primary School
Stocks Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Stocks Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Neal, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5930th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 153 in Bradford.
Stocks Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 29 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 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 Stocks Lane Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Stocks Lane 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Stocks Lane, Queensbury, Bradford, Bradford, BD13 2RH |
| Headteacher | Lucy Neal |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5930th of 13,686
Nationally
620th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
56th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
65%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
100
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stocks Lane, Queensbury, Bradford
Bradford, BD13 2RH
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