Brackenhill Primary School

URN: 107250 • Bradford BD7 4HA

Overview

Name
Brackenhill Primary School
URN
107250
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nair Ishtiaq (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01274578286
Website
Visit
Address
Dracup Road, Bradford BD7 4HA

Summary

Brackenhill Primary School is a community school located in Bradford, serving a mixed-gender population of 464 pupils, with a capacity of 480. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment that fosters academic and personal growth. With a notable percentage of students (31.40%) eligible for free school meals, Brackenhill aims to support all children in their educational journey.

The curriculum at Brackenhill is designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking, as evidenced by recent projects in various year groups. For instance, Year 1 students engaged in design activities, while Year 5 explored the Earth's rotation. The school encourages active participation in the community, with initiatives such as voting for class representatives, promoting leadership skills among students.

Brackenhill Primary School has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its dedication to quality education. The headteacher, Mrs Nair Ishtiaq, emphasizes the importance of a positive school culture where children can explore, dream, and achieve their potential. Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children’s education and to foster a strong school community.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
480
Pupils
464
Boys
229
Girls
235
FSM %
31.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-07-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 464 229 235 480 31.40
2024-09-11 459 223 236 480 28.10
2023-09-11 449 218 231 480 26.70
2022-09-11 449 218 231 480 26.70
2021-09-11 436 211 225 480 26.30
2020-09-11 449 224 225 480 21.30

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