Greenhill Primary School
Bury, BL8 2JH · Bury · primary school
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2nd of 55 primary schools in Bury we can score, 64 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 — 9.4/10 against 3,836 of them, against 9.5/10 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 | 86.0 · 95 | 40% | 3.78 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Greenhill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 23.0% reached 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 (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 255 pupils against a stated capacity of 271. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Greenhill Primary School
Overview
Greenhill Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils typically achieve well and take pride in their work. Leaders have high expectations for behaviour and learning, creating an environment where pupils feel happy, safe, and supported by staff and peers.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate kindness and respect, with leaders having "suitable systems in place to address any incidents of bullying swiftly and effectively."
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious" in most subjects, including the early years, enabling pupils to learn well.
- A "rigorous phonics programme" ensures children quickly develop letter and sound recognition, with expert support for those falling behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "supported well," with staff providing appropriate help so they can access the curriculum alongside peers.
- Leaders prioritise staff well-being and workload, resulting in a workforce that feels "happy and proud to work at Greenhill Primary School."
Areas to improve
- In one or two subjects, the curriculum is "not sufficiently ambitious" because leaders have not finalised the essential knowledge pupils should learn.
- In a few subjects, leaders are still refining systems to assess pupils’ knowledge over time, which hinders teachers from checking how well pupils are learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and leaders taking "appropriate and swift action to address any safeguarding concerns."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 86% |
| 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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