ESF Bradbury School

The school is committed to a child-centred, inquiry-based approach that focuses on the whole person, addressing cognitive development alongside social, emotional, and physical well-being. It promotes values of kindness, respect, and inclusivity, encouraging students to be active participants in creating a harmonious community. The school's mission is to inspire and empower students to take responsible, ethical, and meaningful action to make a difference in the world.

The school follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) for students in Years 1 to 6. This transdisciplinary curriculum emphasises research, communication, critical thinking, and the development of learner profile attributes. The programme is organised around six transdisciplinary themes, including 'Who We Are' and 'Sharing the Planet,' and culminates in a PYP Exhibition in the final year.

Students are encouraged to become inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring individuals who can make reasoned ethical judgments. The school aims to develop students who are capable of taking meaningful action on a personal, local, and global level. Graduates are described as confident, happy, and well-balanced individuals who are prepared for the transition to secondary school.

The school is committed to an inclusive environment that caters to the unique needs of individual students. Dedicated staff work to understand each child's requirements to provide the necessary tools for them to thrive. The school also employs specialist teachers for subjects such as PE and Performing Arts.

Admissions are managed centrally through the English Schools Foundation (ESF). Prospective families can contact the ESF admissions team or the school directly for information regarding the application procedure and current place availability. The school hosts a variety of events, including seminars, workshops, and open days, to provide families with opportunities to tour the campus and learn about the school community.

The campus features world-class facilities, including a gymnasium and dedicated performing arts spaces. It includes six playgrounds equipped with a variety of play equipment for student use during break times. Additionally, the school houses 'The Shed,' a maker space equipped for coding, design, engineering, and traditional maker activities like cooking and sewing.

The school offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities designed to allow students to explore their interests and develop social skills and self-confidence. These include performing arts, such as music, dance, and drama, as well as various sports and art-based activities. Students also participate in school-wide events like the run-a-thon, skip-a-thon, and charity days, alongside cultural celebrations such as Lunar New Year and Diwali.