Horwich Parish CofE Primary School
75%
Capacity
317
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Horwich Parish CofE Primary School
Horwich Parish CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 317 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Horwich Parish CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Debbie Mills, it falls under Bolton 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 8324th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 87 in Bolton.
Horwich Parish CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 42 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horwich Parish CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Athletics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Horwich Parish CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Bolton, Bolton, BL6 6AA |
| Headteacher | Debbie Mills |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 317 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.6% |
| School Capacity | 317 / 420 (75% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8324th of 13,686
Nationally
1192nd of 2,065
In North West
62nd of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
58%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Street, Bolton
Bolton, BL6 6AA
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