Beckfoot Upper Heaton
URN: 142031 • Bradford BD9 6AL
Overview
- Name
- Beckfoot Upper Heaton
- URN
- 142031
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BECKFOOT TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Biman Dey (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01274493533
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thorn Lane, Bradford BD9 6AL
Summary
Beckfoot Upper Heaton is a mixed secondary academy located in Bradford, serving 682 students with a capacity of 727. The school is committed to fostering an environment where integrity, kindness, and excellence are paramount. It aims to provide a high-quality education that supports all students, particularly those from challenging backgrounds, ensuring they are well-prepared for future success.
The curriculum at Beckfoot Upper Heaton is designed to be ambitious and inclusive, focusing not only on academic achievement but also on personal development and social contribution. The school has recently celebrated its best-ever GCSE results, reflecting its dedication to academic excellence.
As part of the Beckfoot Trust, the school emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, encouraging a sense of belonging within its diverse community. Parents and prospective families are invited to engage with the school through various events and resources available on its website. For more information, families can reach out via the provided contact details.
The curriculum at Beckfoot Upper Heaton is designed to be ambitious and inclusive, focusing not only on academic achievement but also on personal development and social contribution. The school has recently celebrated its best-ever GCSE results, reflecting its dedication to academic excellence.
As part of the Beckfoot Trust, the school emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, encouraging a sense of belonging within its diverse community. Parents and prospective families are invited to engage with the school through various events and resources available on its website. For more information, families can reach out via the provided contact details.
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Nearby alternatives
- Carlton Bolling College (73.3)
- Feversham College (70.2)
- Dixons Kings Academy (68.7)
- Carlton Bolling (67.8)
- Feversham Girls' Secondary Academy (67.8)
Key details
- LA
- Bradford
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BECKFOOT TRUST
- Capacity
- 727
- Pupils
- 682
- Boys
- 435
- Girls
- 247
- FSM %
- 43.30
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 682 | 435 | 247 | 727 | 43.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 716 | 471 | 245 | 727 | 40.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 715 | 527 | 188 | 727 | 35.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 715 | 527 | 188 | 727 | 35.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 674 | 526 | 148 | 727 | 31.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 593 | 494 | 99 | 727 | 25.60 |
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