High Lawn Primary School
100%
Capacity
502
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About High Lawn Primary School
High Lawn Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 502 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 504 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated High Lawn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher D Lane, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7151st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 87 in Bolton.
High Lawn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 58 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
High Lawn Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at High Lawn Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Chess, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, High Lawn 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 | Holden Avenue, Bolton, Bolton, BL1 7EX |
| Headteacher | D Lane |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 502 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.4% |
| School Capacity | 502 / 504 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7151st of 13,686
Nationally
1030th of 2,065
In North West
52nd of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
109
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About High Lawn Primary School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Holden Avenue, Bolton
Bolton, BL1 7EX
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