St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
103%
Capacity
217
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mandy Messham, it falls under Bolton local authority.
St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 21 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 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 St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Football, Athletics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Melbourne Road, Bolton, Bolton, BL3 5RL |
| Headteacher | Mandy Messham |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.6% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 210 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Oct 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Nov 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Melbourne Road, Bolton
Bolton, BL3 5RL
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