The Fountain School
The Fountain School is an independent school in Bradford for pupils aged 10 to 16. It has 39 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Fountain School is Needs attention, from an inspection in May 2026. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 65.6, and 86% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: May 2026. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 10-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 109 - 111 New Cross Street Bradford West Yorkshire Bradford BD5 8BP |
| Phone | 01274735913 |
| Reference Number | 134587 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 39 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
The Fountain School has demonstrated many strengths, particularly in creating a safe and nurturing environment for pupils, where they feel a sense of belonging. Pupils generally achieve well across various subjects, displaying strong comprehension in English and science. However, there are areas requiring improvement, such as consistency in achievement in humanities subjects and the need for better utilization of attendance data to support at-risk pupils. Leadership challenges are also apparent, with the school's oversight systems lacking in effectiveness, potentially affecting the continued development of school standards.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Needs attention |
| > Leadership & Governance | Needs attention |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Expected standard |
| > Achievement | Expected standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Expected standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Expected standard |
| > Inclusion | Expected standard |
| Last Report Date | 03 Mar 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Mar 2026 | Standard inspection |
| 12 Mar 2024 | Standard inspection |
| 10 Jan 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 15 Feb 2022 | Standard inspection |
| 26 Feb 2019 | Standard inspection |
| 07 Mar 2018 | Additional inspection |
| 17 Jan 2017 | Standard inspection |
| 29 Mar 2011 | Standard inspection |
| 06 Feb 2008 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and valued within a nurturing environment.
- Strong performance in English and science shows pupils' deep understanding.
- Positive attendance rates, monitored closely by leaders.
- A well-designed personal development programme aligned with the school's ethos.
- Teachers effectively provide models of expected work, enhancing pupil understanding.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent achievement in humanities subjects due to insufficient embedding of knowledge.
- Ineffective use of attendance data to support students at risk.
- Leadership oversight systems are weak, affecting overall school operation.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 65.6 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 85.7% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 85.7% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at The Fountain School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is The Fountain School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Fountain School is Needs attention, from an inspection in May 2026.
When was The Fountain School last inspected by Ofsted?
The Fountain School was last inspected in May 2026.
How many pupils does The Fountain School have?
The Fountain School has 39 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Fountain School cover?
The Fountain School for pupils aged 10 to 16.
What are The Fountain School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 65.6, and 86% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is The Fountain School?
The Fountain School is at 109 - 111 New Cross Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, Bradford, BD5 8BP.
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