Best Primary Schools in Bolton 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 97 schools across Bolton. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

23%

Outstanding rate

65%

Avg KS2 SATs

39.5

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	The Olive School, Bolton Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
🥈	St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
🥉	The Valley Community Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
4.	Markland Hill Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
5.	Blackrod Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
6.	Sunning Hill Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
7.	Eatock Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
8.	The Oaks Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
9.	The Gates Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
10.	Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
11.	Egerton Primary School Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
12.	Haslam Park Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
13.	Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
14.	Prestolee Primary School Primary	Outstanding	71	View school
15.	St Andrew's CofE Primary School, Over Hulton Primary	Good	69	View school
16.	Beaumont Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
17.	St Columba's RC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
18.	The Olive Tree Primary School Bolton Primary	Good	69	View school
19.	Gaskell Community Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
20.	Moorgate Primary School Primary	Outstanding	68	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Bolton?

There are 97 primary schools in Bolton, of which 22 (23%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Bolton?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Bolton is The Olive School, Bolton. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Bolton?

Primary and secondary school applications in Bolton are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Bolton council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Bolton?

23% of primary schools in Bolton are rated Outstanding and 68% are rated Good. 81% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.