Thackley Primary School
94%
Capacity
466
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Thackley Primary School
Thackley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bradford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 466 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 498 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thackley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Annette Patterson, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 958th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 153 in Bradford.
Thackley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 227 applications for 60 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
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 Thackley Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Eco Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Thackley 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Town Lane, Bradford, Bradford, BD10 8PJ |
| Headteacher | Annette Patterson |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 466 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.8% |
| School Capacity | 466 / 498 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
958th of 13,686
Nationally
90th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
5th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
83%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
227
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Town Lane, Bradford
Bradford, BD10 8PJ
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