Devonshire Road Primary School
100%
Capacity
418
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Devonshire Road Primary School
Devonshire Road 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 418 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Devonshire Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Hodge, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4152nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 87 in Bolton.
Devonshire Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 60 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Devonshire Road Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Athletics, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Devonshire 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Devonshire Road, Bolton, Bolton, BL1 4ND |
| Headteacher | Emma Hodge |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 418 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.0% |
| School Capacity | 418 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4152nd of 13,686
Nationally
605th of 2,065
In North West
35th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
70%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
131
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 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 Devonshire Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Devonshire Road, Bolton
Bolton, BL1 4ND
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