Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
98%
Capacity
236
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 236 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury "Good", the school is led by headteacher J E Davies, it falls under Bury local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8346th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 46 in Bury.
Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 28 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (59 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury include Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Library, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Leigh Lane, Bury, Bury, BL8 2RH |
| Headteacher | J E Davies |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.0% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 240 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8346th of 13,686
Nationally
1196th of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 46
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
59 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
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Contact Information
Leigh Lane, Bury
Bury, BL8 2RH
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