The short version
Below-average SATs results. 79% capacity.
- SATs results are below the national average, with 40% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- 36% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, above the national average
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
40%
-22.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
3%
-5.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
-3.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
101
-4.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 11-18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 166
- Capacity
- 79%
- FSM
- 36.1%
Governance
- Head
- Mr C Howarth (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Location
Bolton, BL5 2NJ
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWashacre Primary Academy
Primary · Very close
Westhoughton High School
Secondary · 588m away
Eatock Primary School
Primary · 705m away
St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School
Primary · 844m away
St James CofE Primary School, Daisy Hill
Primary · 1.0km away
Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School
Primary · 1.0km away
St George's CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
St Thomas CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend Washacre Primary School?
Washacre Primary School currently has 166 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Washacre Primary School take?
Washacre Primary School caters for pupils aged 11-18. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Washacre Primary School?
Washacre Primary School is in Bolton, BL5 2NJ. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Washacre Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Washacre Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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