The Ferns Primary Academy

About The Ferns Primary Academy

The Ferns Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 450 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated The Ferns Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Hambley, it falls under Bolton local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 586th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 87 in Bolton.

The Ferns Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 55 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at The Ferns Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Gardening, Drama and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, The Ferns Primary 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.

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