Park Aspire

URN: 133410 • Bradford BD5 8DB

Overview

Name
Park Aspire
URN
133410
Type
Pupil referral unit
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kirsty Ratcliffe (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Avenue Road, Bradford BD5 8DB

Summary

Park Aspire is a pupil referral unit located in Bradford, serving a mixed-gender cohort of 75 students, exceeding its capacity of 50. The school is dedicated to supporting pupils who have faced challenges in mainstream education, fostering a positive attitude towards learning through a structured environment that emphasizes self-belief and personal growth.

The curriculum at Park Aspire is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, with a focus on social, emotional, and mental health support. The school employs highly qualified staff experienced in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring tailored educational experiences. Additionally, Park Aspire collaborates with external professionals, including Educational Psychologists and Children’s Services, to provide comprehensive support.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Park Aspire's ethos, promoting strong partnerships between home and school. The school actively involves parents and carers in the educational journey, aiming to create a supportive network for students. Regular events and initiatives, such as coffee mornings and charity days, further enhance the sense of community within the school.

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Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
4 - 14
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
50
Pupils
75
Boys
54
Girls
21
FSM %
72.00
Open date
2001-09-01
Close date
2024-03-31
Last Ofsted
2020-03-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 75 54 21 50 72.00
2024-09-11 75 54 21 50 72.00
2023-09-11 40 38 2 50 67.50
2022-09-11 40 38 2 50 67.50
2021-09-11 45 44 1 50 62.20
2020-09-11 48 44 4 50 54.20

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