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Schools in Burley in Wharfedale

A town in Bradford

  • Town
  • 5 schools and nurseries
  • 599 pupils

In short: Most primary schools here are rated Good or better, about the same as across England. Results at 11 are above England. Fewer pupils miss a lot of school than across England.

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Burley in Wharfedale at a glance

Ahead of England on results at 11

How Burley in Wharfedale's schools compare with England, area by area.

DfE and Ofsted data, 2014 to 2026How we work this out
  • Schools and nurseries52 primary · 3 nurseries
  • Primaries Good or better100%England 96%
  • Met the standard at 1180%England 62%
  • Free school meals, primary6%A sign of family income
  • Missed a lot of school3%England 18%
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in Burley in Wharfedale

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 Burley in Wharfedale primary schools

Top Primary Schools in Burley in Wharfedale

2 mainstream schools in Burley in Wharfedale, best first

Burley Oaks Primary School

Ilkley, LS29 7EJ · Academy · Primary · Ages 5 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

71 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1180%

England 62%

Days missed
2.7%
Pupils
393
Pupils per teacher
21.0
View school Burley Oaks Primary School

Nurseries in Burley in Wharfedale

3 in Burley in Wharfedale, highest Ofsted grade first

The map

Every school in Burley in Wharfedale, 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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Burley and Woodhead CofE Primary School, OutstandingBurley Oaks Primary School, OutstandingCliffe House Day Nursery Ltd, GoodJolly Tots Pre-School Nursery, GoodBurley Nursery School, Good
  • Outstanding2
  • Good3
Before you apply

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

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Burley in Wharfedale vs England

How good are Burley in Wharfedale's schools?

Inspections, exam results and attendance, next to the figure for England where we have it.

Worked out by Eduscope from each school's published figures. Not an official statistic for this town.

Numbers that sum up Burley in Wharfedale

Burley in WharfedaleEngland

  • Primaries rated Good or Outstanding

    Latest Ofsted grade, 2 primaries with one.

    100%

    England 96%

    Close to England

  • Met the expected standard at 11

    Reading, writing and maths.

    80%

    England 62%

    Above England

  • Pupils who miss a lot of school

    Missed 1 in 10 days or more. Lower is better.

    3%

    England 18%

    Better than England

  • Primary pupils on free school meals

    A sign of family income, not of school quality.

    6%

Ofsted grades

Latest graded inspection for the 2 schools that have one.

100%

Good or Outstanding

  • Outstanding2
  • Good0
  • Requires improvement0
  • Inadequate0

How it has changed

Burley in Wharfedale in blue. There were no tests in 2020 and 2021 because of Covid.

Met the expected standard at 11
Covid gap50%70%90%20182019202320242025
80% in 2025. England now 62% (dashed line).
Pupils who miss a lot of school
Covid gap0%15%30%20142015201620172018201920212022202320242025
3% in 2025. England now 18% (dashed line).
Living here

What it's like for families

Burley in Wharfedale has 5 schools and nurseries.

There are 7% fewer pupils than in 2018.

6% of primary pupils here get free school meals. Schools get extra money for each of them.

Pupil numbers

Pupils in Burley in Wharfedale's state schools each January.

Down 7% since 2018.

Free school meals

Out of every 10 primary pupils, how many get free school meals. It's a sign of family income, not of school quality.

Burley in Wharfedale6%

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 Burley in Wharfedale

How many schools are in Burley in Wharfedale?

Burley in Wharfedale has 5 schools, including 2 primary schools, 3 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in Burley in Wharfedale?

The highest-ranked schools in Burley in Wharfedale on Eduscope are Burley and Woodhead CofE Primary School, Burley Oaks 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.

What percentage of schools in Burley in Wharfedale are rated Good or Outstanding?

100% of inspected schools in Burley in Wharfedale hold a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating, which is above the England average of 94.8%. This includes 2 schools rated Outstanding and 0 rated Good.

How do primary schools in Burley in Wharfedale perform at Key Stage 2?

Across primary schools in Burley in Wharfedale, 80% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2. This is based on the latest published results from the Department for Education.

What is the average pupil-teacher ratio in Burley in Wharfedale?

The average pupil-teacher ratio across schools in Burley in Wharfedale is 21.2:1. While not a direct measure of class size, this indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil. Across England it is 17.9:1.

What is the persistent absence rate in Burley in Wharfedale schools?

The persistent absence rate across schools in Burley in Wharfedale is 2.7%. A pupil is classed as persistently absent if they miss 10% or more of school sessions. Across England it is 18.1%.

How many pupils attend schools in Burley in Wharfedale?

There are 599 pupils enrolled across schools in Burley in Wharfedale, with 599 in primary. 5.8% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

How do I choose the right school in Burley in Wharfedale?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 5 schools in Burley in Wharfedale 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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