St Francis Catholic Primary School

URN: 107332 • Bradford BD2 4ES

Overview

Name
St Francis Catholic Primary School
URN
107332
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Daniel Copley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Myers Lane, Bradford BD2 4ES

Summary

St Francis Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Bradford, serving a mixed-gender population of 243 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school prides itself on its strong Catholic identity, where Gospel values guide daily activities and interactions. The ethos emphasizes the importance of each child as a unique gift from God, fostering an environment of faith, knowledge, and love.

The curriculum at St Francis is designed to nurture the whole child, integrating character education with a focus on Christ-centred virtues. It aims to provide a broad and balanced educational experience that meets the National Curriculum requirements while also addressing the diverse needs of all learners. The school employs a variety of teaching methods and resources to inspire a passion for learning and to build cultural capital.

St Francis is committed to supporting its pupils in becoming kind, compassionate, and confident individuals. The school community encourages collaboration and resilience, ensuring that every child is valued and supported in their educational journey. Parents are invited to engage with the school and explore the vibrant community that fosters both academic and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
243
Boys
112
Girls
131
FSM %
7.90
Open date
Close date
2020-04-30
Last Ofsted
2018-01-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 243 112 131 210 7.90
2024-09-11 243 112 131 210 7.90
2023-09-11 243 112 131 210 7.90
2022-09-11 243 112 131 210 7.90
2021-09-11 243 112 131 210 7.90
2020-09-11 243 112 131 210 7.90

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