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Best 3 Primary schools in Keighley – comparison

Comparison of primary schools: Merlin Top Primary Academy (Primary) in Keighley; Lothersdale Primary School (Primary) in Keighley; Kildwick Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School (Primary) in Keighley — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Merlin Top Primary Academy, Lothersdale Primary School and Kildwick Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School. They are primary phase and academy sponsor led, academy converter and voluntary controlled school type located around Keighley, West Yorkshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Merlin Top Primary Academy), published May 2019. The lowest is 2 (Kildwick Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School), published Jan 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Kildwick Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School (Jan 2024). average roll around ≈ 200, combined total ≈ 600, typical FSM 20–25%, range 0–5%–50–55%; spread across trusts such as NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST and Yorkshire Collaborative Academy Trust.

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Merlin Top Primary Academy
BD22 6HZ
Phase / Type
Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location
Keighley
West Yorkshire
BD22 6HZ
Ofsted
1 6 May 2019
Pupils
≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
50–55% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
Website
www.mta.northerneducationtrust.org
Telephone
01535210028
Lothersdale Primary School
BD20 8HB
Phase / Type
Primary • Academy converter
Location
Keighley
West Yorkshire
BD20 8HB
Ofsted
1 8 Sep 2014
Pupils
≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Yorkshire Collaborative Academy Trust
Website
www.lothersdaleschool.org.uk
Telephone
01535632510
Kildwick Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
BD20 9BH
Phase / Type
Primary • Voluntary controlled school
Location
Keighley
West Yorkshire
BD20 9BH
Ofsted
2 31 Jan 2024
Pupils
≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
North Yorkshire (815)
Website
www.kildwickceschool.org.uk
Telephone
01535633682
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How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.
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