St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton
St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Brindley, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10794th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 77th out of 87 in Bolton.
St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 27 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 67% recommending the school (61 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 St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Gardening, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Brookfold Lane, Bolton, Bolton, BL2 4DZ |
| Headteacher | Fiona Brindley |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.7% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10794th of 13,686
Nationally
1587th of 2,065
In North West
77th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
61 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Brookfold Lane, Bolton
Bolton, BL2 4DZ
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