MixedIndependent

J.A.M.E.S

Bradford, Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber · BD9 4JB

J.A.M.E.S is a small independent school in Bradford, with around 22 pupils on roll. Its scale places it among the most intimate of settings, where every child is likely to be known well by staff. The school is mixed and has no religious character, and it is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. Miss Mandy Lakes leads as Head.

22

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
22
Location
Bradford, Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber
Website
https://jamesuk.org/

Headteacher

Head Miss Mandy Lakes

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Teaching & academics

With so few pupils, J.A.M.E.S can offer a notably close ratio of staff to children, allowing teaching to be tailored to each individual. Families seeking a highly personal alternative to larger schools may find this scale appealing.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

The last word

A genuinely small independent school in Bradford, J.A.M.E.S suits families who value an intimate, closely supervised environment over the breadth of a larger institution.

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J.A.M.E.S 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is J.A.M.E.S located?

J.A.M.E.S is located at Bradford, BD9 4JB.

What type of school is J.A.M.E.S?

J.A.M.E.S is an independent (fee-paying) school in Yorkshire and the Humber.

How many pupils attend J.A.M.E.S?

J.A.M.E.S has approximately 22 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.