Wellington Primary School
112%
Capacity
472
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Wellington Primary School
Wellington 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 472 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wellington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joy Wood, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9107th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 98th out of 153 in Bradford.
Wellington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 59 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wellington Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Gardening, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Wellington 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 | Dudley Hill Road, Bradford, Bradford, BD2 3DE |
| Headteacher | Joy Wood |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 472 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.0% |
| School Capacity | 472 / 420 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9107th of 13,686
Nationally
974th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
98th of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
56%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
169
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dudley Hill Road, Bradford
Bradford, BD2 3DE
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