Bury Church of England High School
102%
Capacity
827
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Bury Church of England High School
Bury Church of England High School is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 827 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 810 places).
Ofsted has rated Bury Church of England High School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jon-Paul Craig, it falls under Bury local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.31 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 46.0. Additionally, ranked 2262nd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 14 in Bury.
Bury Church of England High School is a popular choice with families — it received 449 applications for 158 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 140 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bury Church of England High School include Tennis Courts, Sixth Form Centre, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Theatre, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Martial Arts, Rugby and 5 more, as well as clubs including Debate, Orchestra, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.4%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Bury, Bury Church of England High 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Haslam Brow, Bury, Bury, BL9 0TS |
| Headteacher | Jon-Paul Craig |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 827 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.4% |
| School Capacity | 827 / 810 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.31)
2262nd of 3,141
Nationally
282nd of 445
In North West
11th of 14
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
14Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed158
449
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
140 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bury Church of England High School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Haslam Brow, Bury
Bury, BL9 0TS
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