Turton School
Turton School is a secondary located in Bolton, BL7 9LT. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,619 pupils on roll.
Turton School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a community school. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Community school
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Bolton
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1600
Number of Pupils: 1619
Number of Boys: 798
Number of Girls: 821
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 21.4
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-02
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: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-05-07
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Gorse
Phone: 01204333233
Website: http://www.turton.uk.com/
Location: Bromley Cross Road, Bromley Cross
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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 Turton School
What is the Ofsted rating of Turton School?
Turton School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Turton School admit?
Turton School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Turton School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Turton School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Turton School?
Turton School is a community school offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Turton School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Turton School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Turton School?
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