Bradford Forster Academy

URN: 140429 • Bradford BD4 8RG

Overview

Name
Bradford Forster Academy
URN
140429
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BRADFORD DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
25.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gemma Earles (since 2025)
Telephone
01274302400
Website
Visit
Address
Fenby Avenue, Bradford BD4 8RG

Summary

Bradford Forster Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Bradford, established in 2015 and fully operational by 2020. The school aims to foster a lifelong love of learning among its 969 students, with a strong commitment to their safety and personal development. The academy operates under a Christian ethos, promoting values of respect, growth, and community.

The curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of learners, ensuring sustained academic progress in a supportive environment. The school places a significant emphasis on respectful behaviour and offers a variety of extra-curricular activities to enhance student engagement. Additionally, Bradford Forster Academy provides expert career advice and work experience opportunities to help students achieve positive outcomes after Year 11.

Following an Ofsted rating of "inadequate" in March 2023, the school has implemented a rapid improvement plan, resulting in notable advancements in attendance, behaviour, and personal development. The leadership team is dedicated to achieving a "good" rating in future inspections, reinforcing their commitment to continuous improvement and community pride.

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
1050
Pupils
969
Boys
478
Girls
491
FSM %
45.30
Open date
2015-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 969 478 491 1050 45.30
2024-09-11 974 484 490 1050 45.10
2023-09-11 1008 511 497 1050 42.90
2022-09-11 1008 511 497 1050 42.90
2021-09-11 1006 510 496 1050 41.60
2020-09-11 950 473 477 1050 36.00

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