Brandwood Primary School
99%
Capacity
465
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Brandwood Primary School
Brandwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 465 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brandwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amy Holmes, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8999th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 65th out of 87 in Bolton.
Brandwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 46 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brandwood Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Brandwood Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brandwood Street, Brandwood Street, Bolton, Bolton, BL3 4BG |
| Headteacher | Amy Holmes |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 465 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.9% |
| School Capacity | 465 / 472 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
8999th of 13,686
Nationally
1286th of 2,065
In North West
65th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brandwood Primary School
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Contact Information
Brandwood Street, Brandwood Street, Bolton
Bolton, BL3 4BG
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