The John Bamford Primary School

About The John Bamford Primary School

The John Bamford Primary School is a caring, vibrant and inclusive community where children, parents, staff and friends of the school all play a part. From our youngest learners in Nursery through to our oldest pupils, every child is valued and supported to thrive both academically and personally. Our values of collective responsibility, respect, resilience and reflection are at the heart of everything we do.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs. L Ferguson

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

13.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

60.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily G Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 20, 2023

5.0

"Supportive and inclusive community"

From the moment we stepped foot in John Bamford Primary, we knew it was the right fit for our child. The staff are warm and welcoming, and the sense of community is palpable. Our child has made significant progress, and we appreciate the school's commitment to remote learning during lockdown.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 10, 2022

4.0

"Good school, but some improvements needed"

We've had a mixed experience with John Bamford Primary. While our child's academic progress has been satisfactory, we've noticed some inconsistencies in communication and a lack of engagement from certain staff members. The school's values are definitely admirable, but we think they could benefit from some adjustments to their remote learning policies.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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Holly B Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional school and values-driven approach"

We're thoroughly impressed with The John Bamford Primary School. Our child is thriving thanks to the excellent teaching, facilities, and values-driven approach. We love how the school prioritizes respect, resilience, and collective responsibility. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Liam R Unconfirmed

Parent Aug 25, 2021

4.0

"Excellent education and memorable experience"

We're grateful for the time our child spent at John Bamford Primary. The education was top-notch, and the school's values truly made a lasting impact. Our child formed lifelong friendships and has carried the lessons learned with them. A fantastic school that exceeded our expectations.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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