Sharples Primary School
120%
Capacity
253
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Sharples Primary School
Sharples 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 253 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (120% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sharples Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Partington, it falls under Bolton 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 4784th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 87 in Bolton.
Sharples Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 28 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Sharples Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.6/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sharples Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Gymnastics, Dance, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, Sharples 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 | Hugh Lupus Street, Bolton, Bolton, BL1 8RU |
| Headteacher | Gemma Partington |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 253 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.4% |
| School Capacity | 253 / 210 (120% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4784th of 13,686
Nationally
692nd of 2,065
In North West
38th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sharples Primary School
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Contact Information
Hugh Lupus Street, Bolton
Bolton, BL1 8RU
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