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The Academy At St. James Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Academy At St. James is a academy sponsor led primary school in Bradford , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 337 pupils, and a capacity of 448 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

2–11

Age range

337

Pupils

448

Capacity

75%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

The Academy At St. James Catchment Area Information

Admission to The Academy At St. James is managed by Bradford and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bradford before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Bradford catchment area documents →

The Academy At St. James — School Information

Full address
Chelwood Drive, Allerton, Bradford, BD15 7YD
Local authority
Bradford
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
45.1% of pupils
DfE URN
143847

Other Primary Schools in Bradford

If The Academy At St. James is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bradford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Academy At St. James

Is The Academy At St. James oversubscribed?

The Academy At St. James has a capacity of 448 places and currently has 337 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Bradford.

What is the admissions policy for The Academy At St. James?

The Academy At St. James uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Bradford before each admissions cycle.

What age range does The Academy At St. James cover?

The Academy At St. James is a primary school in Bradford, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Academy At St. James?

The Academy At St. James was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.