Holly Mount Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
88%
Capacity
265
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Holly Mount Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
Holly Mount Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 265 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 300 places).
Ofsted has rated Holly Mount Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury "Good", the school is led by headteacher Eleanor England, it falls under Bury local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4769th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 46 in Bury.
Holly Mount Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 24 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holly Mount Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Art Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Holly Mount 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hollymount Lane, Bury, Bury, BL8 4HS |
| Headteacher | Eleanor England |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 265 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.0% |
| School Capacity | 265 / 300 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4769th of 13,686
Nationally
690th of 2,065
In North West
18th of 46
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
69%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hollymount Lane, Bury
Bury, BL8 4HS
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