St Mary's RC Primary School
96%
Capacity
217
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Mary's RC Primary School
St Mary's RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 226 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dominique Hayes, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1925th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 87 in Bolton.
St Mary's RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 29 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's RC Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's RC Primary School include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, St Mary's RC 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Victoria Road, St Mary's Rc Primary School, Horwich, Bolton, Bolton, BL6 6EP |
| Headteacher | Dominique Hayes |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 226 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1925th of 13,686
Nationally
248th of 2,065
In North West
15th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
78%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
65 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Victoria Road, St Mary's Rc Primary School, Horwich, Bolton
Bolton, BL6 6EP
Victoria Road, St Mary's Rc Primary School, Horwich, Bolton
Bolton, BL6 6EP
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