Elton Community Primary School
101%
Capacity
319
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Elton Community Primary School
Elton Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 319 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Elton Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carolyn Ashworth, it falls under Bury local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3051st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 46 in Bury.
Elton Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 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 Elton Community Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Elton Community 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 | Alston Street, Bury, Bury, BL8 1SB |
| Headteacher | Carolyn Ashworth |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 319 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.5% |
| School Capacity | 319 / 315 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3051st of 13,686
Nationally
435th of 2,065
In North West
10th of 46
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
74%
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
8Facilities 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
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Alston Street, Bury
Bury, BL8 1SB
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