The Valley Community Primary School
125%
Capacity
524
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About The Valley Community Primary School
The Valley Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 524 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (125% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Kevan Naughton, it falls under Bolton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% 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 462nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 87 in Bolton.
The Valley Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 114 applications for 58 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Valley Community Primary School include Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolton, The Valley Community 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hibbert Street, Bolton, Bolton, BL1 8JG |
| Headteacher | Kevan Naughton |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Number of Pupils | 524 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 524 / 420 (125% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
462nd of 13,686
Nationally
72nd of 2,065
In North West
4th of 87
In Bolton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
30%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed58
114
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Valley Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Hibbert Street, Bolton
Bolton, BL1 8JG
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