Queensbridge Primary School
116%
Capacity
243
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Queensbridge Primary School
Queensbridge Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 243 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Queensbridge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Chapman, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10213th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 73rd out of 87 in Bolton.
Queensbridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 22 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Queensbridge Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Queensbridge 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St Germain Street, Bolton, Bolton, BL4 7BL |
| Headteacher | Louise Chapman |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 243 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.6% |
| School Capacity | 243 / 210 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10213th of 13,686
Nationally
1478th of 2,065
In North West
73rd of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 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
St Germain Street, Bolton
Bolton, BL4 7BL
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