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Bolton schools collage

2025 Best Primary Schools in Bolton Area

Find the perfect school for your child's future. Explore top primary and all-through schools across Bolton. Filter by Ofsted rating, faith, and features; compare options; and view on a map or by neighbourhood.

Top Primary Schools in Bolton

Map
State · Primary
#1BOLTON
#254England

The Olive School, Bolton

Ashton House, Waterloo Street, Bolton, BL1 8HT
Bolton council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
424 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Islam
Application Demand
Primary School59 offers / 177 applications
Subscription: 3.0xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#2BOLTON
#324England

The Valley Community Primary School

Hibbert Street, Off Blackburn Road, Bolton, BL1 8JG
Bolton council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
525 pupils
Mixed
2-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School58 offers / 114 applications
Subscription: 2.0xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#3BOLTON
#604England

Masefield Primary School

Masefield Road, Little Lever, Bolton, BL3 1NG
Bolton council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
263 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School29 offers / 89 applications
Subscription: 3.1xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#4BOLTON
#954England

Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School, Bolton

Beech Avenue, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0BP
Bolton council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
234 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School29 offers / 60 applications
Subscription: 2.1xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#5BOLTON
#984England

Eatock Primary School

St George's Avenue, Daisy Hill, Bolton, BL5 2ER
Bolton council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
243 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 110 applications
Subscription: 3.7xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#6BOLTON
#1,195England

Oxford Grove Primary School

Shepherd Cross Street, Bolton, BL1 3EJ
Bolton council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
449 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School60 offers / 168 applications
Subscription: 2.8xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#7BOLTON
#1,415England

Blackrod Primary School

Manchester Road, Blackrod, Bolton, BL6 5SY
Bolton council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
312 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School45 offers / 112 applications
Subscription: 2.5xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#8BOLTON
#1,423England

Beaumont Primary School, Bolton

Wendover Drive, Ladybridge, Bolton, BL3 4RX
Bolton council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
219 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 106 applications
Subscription: 3.5xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#9BOLTON
#1,473England

Egerton Primary School, Bolton

Cox Green Road, Egerton, Bolton, BL7 9RE
Bolton council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
211 pupils
Mixed
5-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School28 offers / 88 applications
Subscription: 3.1xOversubscribed
No special features
Details

Map of Primary Schools in Bolton

Interactive map showing primary and all-through schools in Bolton. Uses the same markers and behaviour as the map page.

Neighbourhoods in Bolton

Ainsworth is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#65Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary School#65
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Astley Bridge is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#27St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley BridgeStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandOutstanding
#84Holy Infant and St Anthony RC Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge#27
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Outstanding
Holy Infant and St Anthony RC Primary School#84
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Belmont is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#43Turton Belmont Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Turton Belmont Community Primary School#43
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Blackrod is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#7Blackrod Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#38Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of England & ProtestantGood
Blackrod Primary School#7
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School#38
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England & Protestant
Ofsted: Good

Bolton is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/ABolton School Infant & Nursery SchoolIndependentPrimary0-7 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
Bolton School Infant & Nursery SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 0-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Bolton Town Centre is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1The Olive School, BoltonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedIslamOutstanding
#62Bolton Parish Church, Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
The Olive School, Bolton#1
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Islam
Ofsted: Outstanding
Bolton Parish Church, Church of England Primary School#62
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Bradshaw is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#15St Maxentius CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Maxentius CofE Primary School#15
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Breightmet is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#47Red Lane Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#69Blackshaw Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#99Leverhulme Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Red Lane Primary School#47
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Blackshaw Primary School#69
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Leverhulme Community Primary School#99
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Bromley Cross is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#54Eagley Junior SchoolStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#56St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, BoltonStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
N/AEagley Infant SchoolStatePrimary3-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Eagley Junior School#54
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton#56
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Eagley Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Brownlow Fold is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#86Brownlow Fold Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Brownlow Fold Primary School#86
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Chorley New Road is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#30Gaskell Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#46Devonshire Road Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Gaskell Community Primary School#30
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Devonshire Road Primary School#46
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Daisy Hill is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#5Eatock Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#36St James CofE Primary School, Daisy HillStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Eatock Primary School#5
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
St James CofE Primary School, Daisy Hill#36
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Daubhill is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#41The Olive Tree Primary School BoltonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedIslamGood
The Olive Tree Primary School Bolton#41
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Islam
Ofsted: Good

Deane is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#2The Valley Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#6Oxford Grove Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#23Ladybridge Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#24St Mary's CofE Primary School, DeaneStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandOutstanding
#61Haslam Park Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#79St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#82Clarendon Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
The Valley Community Primary School#2
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
Oxford Grove Primary School#6
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
Ladybridge Community Primary School#23
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Deane#24
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Outstanding
Haslam Park Primary School#61
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy#79
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Clarendon Primary School, Bolton#82
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Edgworth is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#40Turton and Edgworth CofE/Methodist Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of England & ProtestantGood
Turton and Edgworth CofE/Methodist Controlled Primary School#40
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England & Protestant
Ofsted: Good

Egerton is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#9Egerton Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#20Walmsley CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandRequires Improvement
Egerton Primary School, Bolton#9
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Walmsley CofE Primary School#20
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Farnworth is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#4Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#22Highfield Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#33St Gregory's RC Primary School, A Voluntary AcademyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#42The Ferns Primary Academy, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#72St Peter's CofE Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandOutstanding
#73Queensbridge Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#88Cherry Tree Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#91St James CofE Primary School, FarnworthStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#95All Saints CofE Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School, Bolton#4
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Highfield Primary School, Bolton#22
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Gregory's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy#33
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
The Ferns Primary Academy, Bolton#42
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Peter's CofE Primary School, Bolton#72
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Outstanding
Queensbridge Primary School, Bolton#73
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Cherry Tree Primary School, Bolton#88
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St James CofE Primary School, Farnworth#91
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
All Saints CofE Primary School, Bolton#95
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Gilnow is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#98Gilnow Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Gilnow Primary School#98
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Great Lever is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#75Ss Simon & Jude CofE Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#77Essa Primary AcademyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#94St Michael's CofE Primary School, Great LeverStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Ss Simon & Jude CofE Primary School, Bolton#75
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Essa Primary Academy#77
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Great Lever#94
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Halliwell is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#14St Peter and St Paul RC Primary School a Voluntary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicInformation not available
#25Moorgate Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#58St Joseph's RC Primary School, Halliwell, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#76Bishop Bridgeman CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#78St Thomas C of E Primary School, HalliwellStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#90St Matthew's CofE Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Peter and St Paul RC Primary School a Voluntary Academy#14
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Information not available
Moorgate Primary School#25
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
St Joseph's RC Primary School, Halliwell, Bolton#58
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Bishop Bridgeman CofE Primary School#76
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
St Thomas C of E Primary School, Halliwell#78
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton#90
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Harwood is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#59Hardy Mill Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#74Harwood Meadows Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#89St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, BoltonStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Hardy Mill Primary School#59
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Harwood Meadows Primary School#74
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton#89
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Heaton is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#13Markland Hill Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#17Heathfield Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#60St Thomas of Canterbury RC SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#64Church Road Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#96Pikes Lane Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
N/ABolton School Girls' DivisionIndependentAll-through7-18 yearsGirlsNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
N/ABolton School Boys' DivisionIndependentAll-through7-18 yearsBoysNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
N/AClevelands Prep SchoolIndependentPrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
Markland Hill Primary School#13
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
Heathfield Primary School, Bolton#17
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Thomas of Canterbury RC School#60
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Church Road Primary School#64
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Pikes Lane Primary School#96
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement
Bolton School Girls' DivisionN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 7-18 years
Gender: Girls
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted
Bolton School Boys' DivisionN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 7-18 years
Gender: Boys
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted
Clevelands Prep SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Horwich is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#28St Mary's RC Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#48Horwich Parish CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#53St Catherine's CofE Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#63Claypool Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#83Chorley New Road Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#97Beacon Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Mary's RC Primary School, Bolton#28
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Horwich Parish CofE Primary School#48
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
St Catherine's CofE Primary School, Bolton#53
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Claypool Primary School#63
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Chorley New Road Primary Academy#83
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Beacon Primary School, Bolton#97
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Johnson Fold is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#93Johnson Fold Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Johnson Fold Community Primary School#93
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Kearsley is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#10Spindle Point Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#45St John Church of England Primary School, FarnworthStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#85St Stephen's CofE Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#92Kearsley West Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Spindle Point Primary School#10
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St John Church of England Primary School, Farnworth#45
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
St Stephen's CofE Primary School, Bolton#85
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Kearsley West Primary School#92
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Ladybridge is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#8Beaumont Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#35St Bernard's RC Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Beaumont Primary School, Bolton#8
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Bernard's RC Primary School, Bolton#35
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Lever Bridge is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#71St Stephen and All Martyrs' CofE School, Lever BridgeStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Stephen and All Martyrs' CofE School, Lever Bridge#71
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Lever Edge is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#16Lever Edge Primary AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Lever Edge Primary Academy#16
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Little Lever is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3Masefield Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#29Bowness Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#49St Teresa's RC Primary School a Voluntary Academy, BoltonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#66Mytham Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#81St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Little LeverStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Masefield Primary School#3
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Bowness Primary School#29
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Teresa's RC Primary School a Voluntary Academy, Bolton#49
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Mytham Primary School#66
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Little Lever#81
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Lostock is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#32Lostock Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneInformation not available
Lostock Primary School#32
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available

Morris Green is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#55St Bede AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Bede Academy#55
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Over Hulton is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#37St Andrew's CofE Primary School, Over HultonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Andrew's CofE Primary School, Over Hulton#37
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Rivington is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#67Rivington Foundation Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Rivington Foundation Primary School#67
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Sharples is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#11The Oaks Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#50High Lawn Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#51Sharples Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
The Oaks Primary School, Bolton#11
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
High Lawn Primary School#50
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Sharples Primary School#51
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Smithills is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#18St Peter's Smithills Dean Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#26Sunning Hill Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#39St William of York Catholic Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#52Brandwood Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#57SS Osmund and Andrew's R.C. Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#80Bolton St Catherine's AcademyStateAll-through3-16 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandRequires Improvement
N/ALord's SchoolIndependentAll-through7-18 yearsMixedNoneInformation not available
St Peter's Smithills Dean Church of England Primary School#18
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Sunning Hill Primary School#26
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St William of York Catholic Primary School, Bolton#39
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Brandwood Primary School#52
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
SS Osmund and Andrew's R.C. Primary School#57
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Bolton St Catherine's Academy#80
School Type: State
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 3-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Requires Improvement
Lord's SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 7-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available

Tonge Moor is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#21St Columba's RC Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#68Castle Hill Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#87Tonge Moor Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Columba's RC Primary School#21
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Castle Hill Primary School, Bolton#68
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Tonge Moor Primary Academy#87
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Town Centre is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/AAl-Huda Primary SchoolIndependentPrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneInformation not available
Al-Huda Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available

Westhoughton is a popular residential pocket within the Bolton area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Bolton and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#12St Thomas CofE Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#19Sacred Heart R.C. Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicOutstanding
#31St George's CofE Primary School, BoltonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#34The Gates Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#44St Bartholomew's CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#70Washacre Primary AcademyStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Thomas CofE Primary School, Bolton#12
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School#19
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Outstanding
St George's CofE Primary School, Bolton#31
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
The Gates Primary School#34
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School#44
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Washacre Primary Academy#70
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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