Ladybridge Community Primary School
95%
Capacity
369
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Ladybridge Community Primary School
Ladybridge Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 369 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 390 places).
Ofsted has rated Ladybridge Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Colin Watson, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4891st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 87 in Bolton.
Ladybridge Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 44 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Ladybridge Community Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Netball, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Ladybridge Community 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Broadford Road, Bolton, Bolton, BL3 4NB |
| Headteacher | Colin Watson |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 369 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.1% |
| School Capacity | 369 / 390 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4891st of 13,686
Nationally
710th of 2,065
In North West
41st of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ladybridge Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Broadford Road, Bolton
Bolton, BL3 4NB
Journey to School
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