Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School
Bolton, BL6 5DE · Bolton · primary school
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56th of 88 primary schools in Bolton we can score, 97 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,893 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6/10 among them, against 4.2/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6 out of 10 among them, against 4.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Construction Club and Cooking Club, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 260 pupils against a stated capacity of 266. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the national median in core subjects? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School
Overview
Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are eager to attend and "bubble with enthusiasm." Leaders have established a "well-designed, ambitious curriculum" that ensures all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, follow the same learning path. The school fosters a positive climate where "warm relationships between pupils and staff permeate the school," resulting in calm, purposeful classrooms and high levels of pupil happiness.
Strengths
- Pupils behave very well, showing "kindness and compassion," while bullying "rarely happens" and staff take swift action against unkind behaviour.
- The curriculum is carefully considered to build on prior knowledge, providing pupils with the necessary skills to achieve well academically and socially.
- Reading is of "high importance," with consistent phonics teaching and well-matched books ensuring pupils who fall behind receive appropriate support to catch up quickly.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "exceptionally well supported," with staff making effective adjustments to ensure full inclusion in school life.
- Governors understand the school’s strengths well, and staff feel supported by leaders’ "unswerving consideration of their workload and well-being."
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, teachers do not check thoroughly enough what pupils have remembered, meaning they do not always know what content needs revisiting.
- Leaders should continue to work with teachers on checking pupils’ learning to uncover gaps in knowledge and close them before moving on.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating a strong culture where staff are well trained, vigilant to risks, and report concerns promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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