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Schools in BD8

A postcode district in Bradford

  • Postcode district
  • 27 schools and nurseries

In short: BD8 is a postcode district in Bradford with 14 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 9 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries2714 primary · 6 secondary · 9 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in BD8

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All BD8 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in BD8

14 in BD8, best first

Atlas Community Primary School

Bradford, BD8 8DL · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Results close to the England average.

18 first choices, 18 offers made

Met the standard at 1162%

England 62%

Days missed
4.9%
Pupils
186
Pupils per teacher
18.6
View school Atlas Community Primary School

Miriam Lord Primary School

Bradford, BD8 8RG · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results above the England average.

32 first choices, 34 offers made

Met the standard at 1165%

England 62%

Days missed
5.9%
Pupils
370
Pupils per teacher
22.0
View school Miriam Lord Primary School

St Philip's CofE Primary School

Bradford, BD8 9JL · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

19 first choices, 19 offers made

Met the standard at 1170%

England 62%

Days missed
6.3%
Pupils
210
Pupils per teacher
19.3
View school St Philip's CofE Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in BD8

6 in BD8, best first

Dixons Allerton Academy

Bradford, BD8 0DH · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

Results below the England average.

173 first choices, 239 offers made

Met the standard at 1155%

England 62%

Days missed
12.2%
Pupils
1,775
Pupils per teacher
17.0
View school Dixons Allerton Academy

Valley Academy

Bradford, BD8 7DX · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Expected standard in every area

Results below the England average.

45 first choices, 71 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1641.1

England 46.2

Days missed
14.0%
Pupils
356
Pupils per teacher
17.8
View school Valley Academy
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Nurseries in BD8

9 in BD8, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in BD8

3 in BD8, by the school's Eduscope score

Dixons Allerton Academy

Bradford, BD8 0DH · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

Results below the England average.

173 first choices, 239 offers made

Met the standard at 1155%

England 62%

Days missed
12.2%
Pupils
1,775
Pupils per teacher
17.0
View school Dixons Allerton Academy

Special Schools in BD8

1 in BD8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Prism Independent School

Bradford, BD8 9ES · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
59
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Prism Independent School

Private Schools in BD8

3 in BD8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Prism Independent School

Bradford, BD8 9ES · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
59
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Prism Independent School
The map

Every school in BD8, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Abbey Green Nursery School, OutstandingMidland Road Nursery School, OutstandingSt Edmund's Nursery School & Children's Centre, OutstandingGirlington Primary School, GoodIslamic Tarbiyyah Preparatory School, GoodAl Mumin Primary and Secondary School, InspectedDixons Allerton Academy, Requires improvementPrism Independent School, GoodWhetley Academy, GoodValley Academy, Expected standard in every areaOasis Academy Lister Park, GoodIqra Primary Academy, GoodSt Philip's CofE Primary School, GoodDixons Manningham Academy, GoodAtlas Community Primary School, Good or betterWestbourne Primary School, GoodGreen Lane Primary School, Good in every areaCrossley Hall Academy, GoodEden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford, OutstandingSt William's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy, GoodMiriam Lord Primary School, Expected standard or betterInspire Academy Childcare Arabeeya Nursery, GoodSt Edmunds NSCC -, OutstandingBlessings Day Care & Nursery, Safeguarding not metMeridian Nursery, GoodRaising Explorers Day NurseryLittle Wonders Bradford (M), Needs attention in 6 areas
  • Outstanding5
  • Good13
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every BD8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

BD8 has 27 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about BD8

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How many schools are in BD8?

BD8 has 27 schools, including 14 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 9 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in BD8?

The highest-ranked schools in BD8 on Eduscope are Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford, Atlas Community Primary School, Miriam Lord Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in BD8?

There are 3 independent schools in BD8. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in BD8 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in BD8?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 27 schools in BD8 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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