Greenhill Primary School
88%
Capacity
239
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Greenhill Primary School
Greenhill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 271 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Greenhill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jason Artley, 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 2946th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 46 in Bury.
Greenhill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 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 Greenhill Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Greenhill 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mile Lane, Bury, Bury, BL8 2JH |
| Headteacher | Jason Artley |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 271 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2946th of 13,686
Nationally
418th of 2,065
In North West
9th 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
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mile Lane, Bury
Bury, BL8 2JH
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