The Olive School, Bolton
101%
Capacity
425
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About The Olive School, Bolton
The Olive School, Bolton is a state-funded Muslim primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 425 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Sabina Saeed, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 92% 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 218th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 87 in Bolton.
The Olive School, Bolton is a popular choice with families — it received 177 applications for 59 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 87 were first-preference applications.
The Olive School, Bolton has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 4 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (78 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 The Olive School, Bolton include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, The Olive School, 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Muslim |
| Address | Ashton House, Bolton, Bolton, BL1 8HT |
| Headteacher | Sabina Saeed |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 425 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.1% |
| School Capacity | 425 / 420 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Sept 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (92%)
218th of 13,686
Nationally
33rd of 2,065
In North West
1st of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
92%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
92%
'23/24
92%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
78 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
177
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
87 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 The Olive School, Bolton
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Contact Information
Ashton House, Bolton
Bolton, BL1 8HT
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