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Bailey Street Alternative Provision Academy

Stafford, Staffordshire - ST17 4BG

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

Not applicableEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Bailey's Court Primary School

Bristol, South Gloucestershire - BS32 8AZ

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Our school motto is “Aim High, Prepare to Achieve.” We strive to ensure that all the children at Bailey’s Court have access to a curriculum which is engaging, fun, broad, balanced and relevant in a learning environment which is safe and stimulating.”

PrimarySince 1996Ofsted: Good

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Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant School

Brighouse, Calderdale - HD6 4DY

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“As you will see, Bailiffe Bridge School is a happy, welcoming place where all stakeholders are committed to the school's mission statement.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Bainbridge Church of England Primary and Nursery School

Leyburn, North Yorkshire - DL8 3EL

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Children are actively encouraged to have a voice and share their views and opinions regularly. Our active school council is one such example. The school council representatives meet regularly to discuss whole school issues and represent the views of their class.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Baines School

Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire - FY6 8BE

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“We are proud of our school and hope you will find the wide range of information useful and interesting in providing an overview of what our school is like. Baines School is a fantastic school to belong to.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy

Blackpool, Blackpool - FY4 4DJ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“Baines’ Endowed Primary School is a happy and caring environment where the opportunity to do your best is always possible. Here at Baines’ Endowed we believe that ‘With God, nothing is impossible’ and we aim to achieve this mission through twelve shared values.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

Bakewell CofE Infant School

Bakewell, Derbyshire - DE45 1BX

Year 1 - Year 2 (ages 5-7)

“‘Bakewell C of E Infant School is a happy, safe and caring place where all our children shine.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Bakewell Methodist Academy

Bakewell, Derbyshire - DE45 1FR

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

“Vision: Bakewell Children Learning and Growing Bakewell Children Learning and Growing - Together, we do all we can to be the best that we can be. Ethos: Kind, Inclusive, Courageous Our ethos is that all children and adults, in all aspects of school life, be kind, inclusive and courageous.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

Balby Central Primary Academy

Doncaster, Doncaster - DN4 0LL

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Balby Central we aim to unlock each individual child’s potential to succeed, thrive and to be happy on their own journey with us because they are learning in a community where they belong. We create unforgettable learning experiences where opportunities are rich, varied and engaging.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Balcarras School

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire - GL53 8QF

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Our aim at Balcarras is simple: we want this to be one of the very best schools in the country. We aim to ensure that our students receive a better education here than they would at any other school, be it comprehensive, grammar or independent.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Outstanding

Balcombe Cofe Primary School

Haywards Heath, West Sussex - RH17 6HS

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“We are very proud of our school and committed to providing a safe, supportive and stimulating learning environment, in which all children achieve their best and are recognised for their successes.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Balderstone St Leonard's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Blackburn, Lancashire - BB2 7LL

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“Our school is a very special place to teach, work and learn and we consider ourselves a small school but with a very great heart - a heart for God, a heart for learning and a heart for each other. Our school is a family.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School

Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Staffordshire - ST5 5DF

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Baldwins Gate Primary School, every day is an inspiring journey of discovery and growth. Our vibrant and welcoming environment encourages children to explore, create, and thrive—both in and beyond the classroom.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Baldwins Hill Primary School, East Grinstead

East Grinstead, West Sussex - RH19 2AP

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Our vision is “Growing Great…” because we are growing great minds, hearts, friendships – the list goes on and on. At Baldwins Hill we provide a stimulating and caring environment where we respect and value everyone.”

PrimarySince 2014Ofsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Balfour Infant School

Rochester, Medway - ME1 2QT

Year 1 - Year 2 (ages 5-7)

“At Balfour Infant School our vision is to nurture a joyful, inclusive and inspiring learning community where every child feels valued, supported and empowered.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Balfour Junior School

Chatham, Medway - ME4 6QX

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

“As Headteacher here at Balfour Junior School, I would like to extend to you the warmest of welcomes. Balfour Juniors is a large, vibrant, and friendly Junior school where our core beliefs centre around instilling a passion for learning.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Balfour Primary School

Brighton, Brighton and Hove - BN1 6NE

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Balfour Primary School is a dynamic and innovative learning community that is committed to continuous improvement. This means that very little remains static at our school as we continue with our drive towards excellence at the heart of our wider community.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Balgowan Primary School

Beckenham, Bromley - BR3 4HJ

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At Balgowan, we aim to foster a life-long love of learning by ensuring that all of our children experience a values-centred curriculum resulting in a vibrant, happy and inclusive school where every child is able to thrive.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Outstanding

Balham Nursery School

London, Wandsworth - SW12 8JL

Nursery - Reception (ages 2-5)

“Balham Nursery School and Children's Centre is one of Wandsworth Council’s designated Children’s Centres. Children’s Centres provide a range of services to meet the needs of children under five in their local community.”

NurseryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Balksbury Infant School

Andover, Hampshire - SP10 3QP

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

“At Balksbury Federation, we believe that education is a powerful gift and is ours to give. We are committed to delivering inspirational teaching that develops well rounded and responsible individuals who aspire to achieve their full potential.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good