Bradford Girls' Grammar School

URN: 140204 • Bradford BD9 6RB

Overview

Name
Bradford Girls' Grammar School
URN
140204
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
BRADFORD DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
35.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Caroline Foster (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01274545395
Website
Visit
Address
Squire Lane, Bradford BD9 6RB

Summary

Bradford Girls' Grammar School is a secondary free school located in Bradford, serving 672 pupils with a capacity of 725. Established in 1875, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth. The ethos of the school centres around challenging students to raise their aspirations while developing confidence and resilience.

The curriculum at Bradford Girls' Grammar School is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including arts, sciences, and modern foreign languages. The school promotes British values and encourages students to engage in extra-curricular activities, enhancing their overall educational experience. Additionally, the school is committed to inclusivity, with specific provisions for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Community engagement and social responsibility are key aspects of the school's mission. Bradford Girls' Grammar School aims to prepare students to be well-rounded, independent individuals ready to contribute positively to society. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (45.5%), the school actively works to support all families and ensure equitable access to educational opportunities.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BRADFORD DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
725
Pupils
672
Boys
0
Girls
672
FSM %
45.50
Open date
2013-09-02
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 672 0 672 725 45.50
2024-09-11 147 894 725 30.90
2023-09-11 999 142 857 1061 27.00
2022-09-11 999 142 857 1061 27.00
2021-09-11 1009 142 867 1061 22.90
2020-09-11 1048 144 904 1061 19.90

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