Wilsden Primary School
76%
Capacity
274
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Wilsden Primary School
Wilsden 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 274 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wilsden Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Davison, it falls under Bradford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11064th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 121st out of 153 in Bradford.
Wilsden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 28 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wilsden Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bradford, Wilsden 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 | Tweedy Street, Bradford, Bradford, BD15 0AE |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Davison |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 274 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.8% |
| School Capacity | 274 / 360 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11064th of 13,686
Nationally
1195th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
121st of 153
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
49%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tweedy Street, Bradford
Bradford, BD15 0AE
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