Markland Hill Primary School
Bolton, BL1 5EJ · Bolton · primary school
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7th 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 3,004 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.2/10 among them, against 8.8/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 62% | 5.04 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 32.0 · 99 | 38% | 3.79 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Markland Hill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 32.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.2 out of 10 among them, against 8.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Boccia.
Getting in
The published school roll is 315 pupils against a stated capacity of 316. 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 curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Markland Hill Primary School
Overview
Pupils thrive in an environment where ‘Everybody is Somebody’, benefiting from a culture that supports them to develop their potential and unique talents. The school provides a high-quality education with an ambitious curriculum that enables pupils to excel academically, socially, and emotionally. Leaders and staff maintain high expectations, resulting in exemplary behaviour and exceptional personal development for all pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve exceptionally well, becoming ‘confident, articulate learners’ who make links with previous learning and talk in depth about their knowledge.
- The curriculum is ‘meticulously thought through’, with staff delivering lessons with skill and passion using a structure based on educational research.
- There are ‘highly effective processes’ to identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, who achieve exceptionally well.
- A ‘healthy reading culture’ ensures pupils become confident, fluent readers and are enthusiastic about literature beyond English lessons.
- An ‘exceptionally well-designed enrichment programme’ offers extensive personal development opportunities, including enterprise, arts, and leadership roles.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with the school creating an open and positive culture that puts pupils’ interests first.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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
- Open day10 Nov 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
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