Merlin Top Primary Academy
Braithwaite Avenue, Keighley, BD22 6HZOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Merlin Top Primary Academy is a primary school in Keighley for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 227 schools in Bradford. It ranks 1st of 32 primary schools in Keighley. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 27 March 2019, report published 6 May 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 9 October 2024
Pupils, their parents and carers, and staff are rightly proud of this remarkable school. It offers a calm, caring environment in a world that can often feel busy and challenging. An ethos of kindness runs through the school. This fosters a sense of belonging and safety. The combination of nurturing care and opportunities for success inspires pupils to pursue their dreams for the future. The school is determined to help every pupil reach their potential. Pupils know that the school wants them to be the best that they can be. Many of their achievements are truly remarkable, especially for those from disadvantaged backgrounds, who achieve well. This is testament to the tailored support that many pupils receive. Pupils at Merlin Top Primary Academy embody the school's core values of respect, resilience, responsibility and reflection. Their positive conduct reflects the supportive and harmonious environment that defines the school's culture. The junior leadership team members play a vital role in this. They promote an environment where everyone strives to be their best. Staff and leaders work together to encourage each child to embrace their unique strengths. Parents appreciate this distinctive approach, recognising the school's unwavering dedication to their child's happiness, achievement and well-being.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
44 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
343 pupils on roll, with places for 315
Schools near Merlin Top Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Victories Catholic School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
| Victoria Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Keighley St Andrew's CofE Primary School and Nursery | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 40% met the expected standard |
| Beckfoot Nessfield | 0.6 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 51% met the expected standard |
| Holycroft Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 58% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Kiara Grove
- Phone
- 01535210028
- Address
- Braithwaite Avenue, Keighley, BD22 6HZ
- Local authority
- Bradford
- URN
- 139229
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.