Westbourne Primary School
97%
Capacity
406
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Westbourne Primary School
Westbourne 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 406 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westbourne Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Marwood, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7866th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 81st out of 153 in Bradford.
Westbourne Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 43 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westbourne Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Rounders, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Westbourne 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 | Skinner Lane, Bradford, Bradford, BD8 7PL |
| Headteacher | Joanne Marwood |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 406 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.4% |
| School Capacity | 406 / 420 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7866th of 13,686
Nationally
830th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
81st of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
60%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Skinner Lane, Bradford
Bradford, BD8 7PL
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