Brownlow Fold Primary School
87%
Capacity
232
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Brownlow Fold Primary School
Brownlow Fold 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 232 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 266 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brownlow Fold Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Cheung, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8580th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 87 in Bolton.
Brownlow Fold Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 27 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Brownlow Fold Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brownlow Fold Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Brownlow Fold 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 | Darley Street, Bolton, Bolton, BL1 3DX |
| Headteacher | Julie Cheung |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.8% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 266 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8580th of 13,686
Nationally
1225th of 2,065
In North West
63rd of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
58%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Darley Street, Bolton
Bolton, BL1 3DX
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