Oxford Grove Primary School
Bolton, BL1 3EJ · Bolton · primary school
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4th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.8/10 against 655 of them, against 9.2/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 31.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.46 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oxford Grove Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 31.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join KS1, KS2, and male voice choirs, and participate in cricket, boxing, athletics, swimming, rounders, and football. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 449 pupils against a stated capacity of 446. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the various sports and choir groups scheduled to avoid conflicts?
What Ofsted said about Oxford Grove Primary School
Overview
Oxford Grove Primary School is described as a “highly ambitious and caring school” where “pupils flourish.” The report states that pupils “achieve extremely well across the curriculum” and are “exceptionally well prepared for secondary school.” Leaders have created an environment where staff are “unwavering in their determination for every pupil to succeed,” resulting in a “stimulating and lively place to learn.”
Strengths
- Pupils display “impeccable” behaviour, being “polite and respectful” with an “impressive work ethic.”
- The curriculum is “carefully constructed to meet pupils’ needs and interests,” allowing them to “deepen their knowledge and understanding successfully over time.”
- Reading is “at the heart of the curriculum,” with a “well-designed phonics curriculum” ensuring pupils read “fluently and with high levels of comprehension.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities “achieve especially well,” accessing the curriculum fully alongside classmates.
- Leaders foster a “strong culture of safeguarding” and are “cognisant of the workload and well-being of staff.”
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being “well trained and fully understand their role in keeping pupils safe” within an “extremely strong culture of safeguarding which is firmly embedded.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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