Beckfoot Heaton Primary

A good academy converter school in Bradford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Beckfoot Heaton Primary.

Bradford, BD96LL Ofsted: Good Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

57

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
62.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 74.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 4.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
13 November 2019
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Haworth Road
Bradford, BD96LL
Phone
1274363070
Website
beckfootheaton.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143094
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Haworth Road, Bradford, BD9 6LL
Website
www.beckfootheaton.org
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BECKFOOT TRUST
Capacity
630 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
779
Free School Meals
33.2% (259 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.2% (17 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
29.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
74.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
4.0%
Reading Score:
108.0
Maths Score:
106.0
Grammar Score:
106.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
74.0 (+15.2 vs average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 108.0
2023 103.0 102.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
78
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
779 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+4.5 per year)

Up 4.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Growth Commitment Integrity

Bradford-approved Believing and Belonging scheme; includes visits to places of worship and recognition of festivals in collective worship.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Swimming Cycling Taekwondo Orienteering General PE

Facilities

Forest area Outdoor learning spaces On-site portable pool for swimming (Year 4) Three-form entry primary school and nursery

Curriculum Highlights

Talk for Writing in English with a strong emphasis on vocabulary and writing across subjects; core reading spine and Reading Packages from Nursery to Year 6. Mathematics Mastery approach with manipulatives, depth, and cross-curricular connections; daily math tasks and maths across the curriculum. Science progression with knowledge organisers and outdoor learning through the forest area. Art and Design progression emphasizing material mastery and expression across topics. Design and Technology progression with cross-subject links and STEM experiences. Computing curriculum including safe use of technology, iPads, NC/Calculations, and Evolve; home learning via Sway pages. Geography progression focusing on local to global knowledge with connections to history and science. History progression emphasizing local, British, and world history with diverse representation and critical thinking. Modern Foreign Language (French) taught in KS2 via Language Angels. Music curriculum via Charanga; ukulele in KS2; weekly music assemblies and performances. Physical Education with access to three sports halls and outdoor spaces; Year 4 swimming in a portable on-site pool; Great Opportunity sessions (cycling, taekwondo, orienteering). PSHE & Safety Curriculum including My Happy Mind, The Story Project, NHS puberty materials, Pol Ed, Project Evolve, St Johns Ambulance, and Jigsaw; online safety education. Religious Education following the Bradford scheme Believing and Belonging; visits to places of worship; festivals recognised during assemblies. Early Years provision including 2- and 3-year nursery with Read Write Inc; woodland access; outdoor provision; 1:5 ratio in 2-year Nursery; reception hours 8:30am–3:00pm; breakfast club on offer; on-site woodland and outdoor learning.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club runs from 7:45am to 8:30am. After School Care is provided by Kanga from 3:05pm to 6:00pm daily.

SEND Provision

Beckfoot Heaton uses a graduated approach to SEND; Local Offer; SEND Co-ordinator is Davina Blanshard-Jones; external agencies and specialists may be involved; regular discussions with families.

Admissions Criteria

Reception intake of 90 children each September; admissions allocated by Bradford Local Authority; applications online via the Bradford Council Admissions Portal; places allocated according to the Local Authority’s Admissions Policy and Criteria; transition sessions and first day arrangements provided.

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