PrepCo-educationalOfsted · Good

Crystal Gardens Primary School

Bradford, West Yorkshire · BD5 7PE

Pupils

139

Day fees

Not published

Inspection

Good

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School website

Crystal Gardens Primary School is a small, coeducational day preparatory school in Bradford serving ages 3–11. With 139 pupils, it offers an intimate learning environment typical of independent prep schools in the Yorkshire region. The school has not yet received an Ofsted inspection, suggesting it is either recently established or awaiting its first formal assessment. As a day-only setting, it serves local families seeking independent primary education.

  • Small class sizes and individualised attention in an intimate community setting
  • Independent curriculum flexibility and bespoke pastoral care
  • Local Bradford location with convenient day-school model for working families

Who thrives here

Pupils who benefit from smaller class environments, close staff–pupil relationships, and a less pressurised early-years and primary experience. Families valuing independent education philosophy within the Yorkshire region.

Strengths at a glance

Exam resultsno dataSports30th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peersno dataPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typePrep · Day
Number of pupils139
Age range3–13
GenderCo-educational
Settingurban
LocationBradford city centre location; accessible by local bus network and railway. Limited information on dedicated school transport.

Contact & visit

38 Greaves Street

Bradford, West Yorkshire

BD5 7PE

crystalgardens.org.uk
01274573004
Mrs Rashta Bibi, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Bradford Interchange (Bus/Rail)15 min
Bradford Foster Square Railway Station18 min

Frequently asked questions

How do you get into Crystal Gardens Primary School?

Crystal Gardens Primary School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

Is Crystal Gardens Primary School a boarding school?

Crystal Gardens Primary School is a day school in Bradford and does not offer boarding.

What is Crystal Gardens Primary School's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated Crystal Gardens Primary School “Good” (2024).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Nurturing, small-school community feel

Attentive pastoral care and close staff relationships

Flexible, individualised approach to early-years and primary learning

Common concerns

!Lack of Ofsted history creates uncertainty about standards and oversight

!Limited information on facilities, enrichment activities, and specialisms

!Small pupil roll may restrict breadth of peer group and co-curricular opportunity