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St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton

Full Ofsted Report Good 436 pupils Mixed Primary Bolton www.st-matthews.bolton.sch.uk Google Map Street View Last updated: Jul 2025

St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton is a primary located in Bolton, BL1 2JL. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 3 to 11. It currently has approximately 436 pupils on roll.

St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a voluntary controlled school. It provides nursery classes for early years children. It is part of the Diocese of Manchester diocese.

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School Information

Phase of Education: Primary

School Type: Voluntary controlled school

Gender: Mixed

Ages Taught: 3 to 11

Boarding: No boarders

Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes

Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form

Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation

Religious Diocese: Diocese of Manchester

Local Authority: Bolton

Enrollment & Capacity

School Capacity: 420

Number of Pupils: 436

Number of Boys: 228

Number of Girls: 208

Special Classes Code: 2

Percentage on Free School Meals: 47.5

Last Changed Date: 2025-05-27

Inspection Report Summary

About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.

Overall Effectiveness: Good

Category of Concern: N/A

Quality of Education: Not Rated

Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated

Personal Development: Not Rated

Leadership & Management: Good

Early Years Provision: Good

Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated

Safeguarding Effective: Yes

Inspection Date: 2017-03-06

Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website

Contact

Headteacher: Lister

Phone: 01204333005

Website: http://www.st-matthews.bolton.sch.uk/

Location: Kentford Road, Halliwell

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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.

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      Frequently Asked Questions about St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton

      What is the Ofsted rating of St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton?

      St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.

      What ages does St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton admit?

      St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton admits pupils from age 3 to 11.

      Is St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton a boys', girls', or mixed school?

      St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton is a mixed school.

      What type of school is St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton?

      St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton is a voluntary controlled school offering primary education.

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