Cherry Tree Primary School
97%
Capacity
406
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Cherry Tree Primary School
Cherry Tree Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 406 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Cherry Tree Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Hague, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10355th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 75th out of 87 in Bolton.
Cherry Tree Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 46 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
Cherry Tree Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cherry Tree Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Art Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Cherry Tree 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Highfield Road, Bolton, Bolton, BL4 0NS |
| Headteacher | Katie Hague |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 406 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.3% |
| School Capacity | 406 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Feb 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10355th of 13,686
Nationally
1520th of 2,065
In North West
75th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
52%
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
7Facilities 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
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cherry Tree Primary School
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Contact Information
Highfield Road, Bolton
Bolton, BL4 0NS
Journey to School
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