Eatock Primary School
94%
Capacity
234
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Eatock Primary School
Eatock 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 234 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 248 places).
the school is led by headteacher Victoria Hickman, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 807th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 87 in Bolton.
Eatock Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 110 applications for 30 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
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 Eatock Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Eatock 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 | St George's Avenue, Westhoughton, Bolton, Bolton, BL5 2ER |
| Headteacher | Victoria Hickman |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.7% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 248 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (29 Feb 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
807th of 13,686
Nationally
105th of 2,065
In North West
9th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
84%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
110
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
41 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.
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Contact Information
St George's Avenue, Westhoughton, Bolton
Bolton, BL5 2ER
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