Hazlehurst Primary Academy
82%
Capacity
173
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Hazlehurst Primary Academy
Hazlehurst Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 173 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Hazlehurst Primary Academy "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Kerry Tustin, it falls under Bury local authority.
Hazlehurst Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 10 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 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 Hazlehurst Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Swimming, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Hazlehurst Primary Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Geoffrey Street, Bury, Bury, BL0 9PQ |
| Headteacher | Kerry Tustin |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 173 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.9% |
| School Capacity | 173 / 210 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed10
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 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
Geoffrey Street, Bury
Bury, BL0 9PQ
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