Church Road Primary School
100%
Capacity
454
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Church Road Primary School
Church Road 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 454 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 455 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Church Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Docherty, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7364th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 87 in Bolton.
Church Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 52 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
Church Road Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (30 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Church Road Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Church Road 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 | Captains Clough Road, Bolton, Bolton, BL1 5RU |
| Headteacher | Deborah Docherty |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 454 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.8% |
| School Capacity | 454 / 455 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7364th of 13,686
Nationally
1053rd of 2,065
In North West
53rd of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
30 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
105
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Church Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Captains Clough Road, Bolton
Bolton, BL1 5RU
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