Hollins Grundy Primary School
Bury, BL9 8AY · Bury · primary school
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13th 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 — 6.9/10 against 3,864 of them, against 6.6/10 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 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hollins Grundy Primary 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%. 10.0% 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 (6.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a chess club and participate in football, netball, cross country, dance, mini sports, and team games.
Getting in
The published school roll is 211 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
Since the last inspection was in 2023, what specific improvements have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Hollins Grundy Primary School
Overview
Hollins Grundy Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a calm and happy environment where pupils feel safe and cared for. Leaders have constructed a cohesive curriculum that engages pupils and supports their learning effectively in most subjects, fostering confident and resilient learners.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and happy, knowing staff care about them and are confident to discuss concerns with any adult.
- The curriculum is well-conceived, helping pupils build a strong body of knowledge across most subjects over time.
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring phonics is delivered well and most pupils read confidently and fluently with good comprehension.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified quickly and receive careful support to learn alongside peers.
- Staff enjoy working at the school, believing leaders are mindful of their well-being, workload, and mental health.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, assessment procedures are not effective enough, meaning staff lack an accurate understanding of how well pupils are learning.
- In a small number of subjects, some content is not covered, hindering pupils’ progress and their ability to build on existing knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with comprehensive policies in place and staff promptly recording and reporting any concerns about pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 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
—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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