St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge
126%
Capacity
264
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge
St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 264 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (126% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Anna Lister, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2083rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 87 in Bolton.
St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (36 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge include Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Newnham Street, Bolton, Bolton, BL1 8QA |
| Headteacher | Anna Lister |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 264 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.2% |
| School Capacity | 264 / 210 (126% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2083rd of 13,686
Nationally
275th of 2,065
In North West
16th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
36 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 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 Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Newnham Street, Bolton
Bolton, BL1 8QA
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Opening Hours
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