Egerton Primary School
103%
Capacity
217
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Egerton Primary School
Egerton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Egerton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Prince, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 601st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 87 in Bolton.
Egerton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 28 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Egerton Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Egerton 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cox Green Road, Bolton, Bolton, BL7 9RE |
| Headteacher | Samantha Prince |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.6% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 210 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
601st of 13,686
Nationally
87th of 2,065
In North West
7th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
86%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
88
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Egerton Primary School
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Contact Information
Cox Green Road, Bolton
Bolton, BL7 9RE
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