Eagley Junior School
Bolton, BL7 9AT · Bolton · primary school
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20th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.6/10 against 4,089 of them, against 7.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 62% | 4.02 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 38% | 3.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Eagley Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 17.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 224 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 do not reach the expected standard in core subjects? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage class sizes given the current proximity to its 240-place capacity?
What Ofsted said about Eagley Junior School
Overview
Eagley Junior School provides a high-quality education where pupils are encouraged to be "ambitious learners" and build resilience. The report highlights that many pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well across much of the curriculum. Staff maintain high expectations for behaviour, resulting in attentive lessons and positive relationships that help pupils feel "happy and safe in school."
Strengths
- Teachers in reading, writing, and mathematics use "high-quality training" to effectively check understanding and address learning gaps.
- The school has "effective systems" to identify additional needs, ensuring SEND pupils access the same curriculum as their peers with well-chosen resources.
- Pupils demonstrate strong personal development through community engagement, such as visiting elderly residents, and learning about online safety and healthy relationships.
- Attendance is maintained at strong levels through a "tenacious approach" that swiftly addresses concerns.
- Trustees "support and challenge the school well," with a clear focus on educational quality and staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a "very small number of foundation subjects," teachers do not cover curriculum content in sufficient detail, including subject-specific vocabulary, leading to knowledge gaps.
- The school should ensure teachers receive necessary training to deliver the curriculum as intended in these subjects.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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
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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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