Pikes Lane Primary School

URN: 105161 • Bolton BL3 5HU

Overview

Name
Pikes Lane Primary School
URN
105161
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
65.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mathew Taylor (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01204333633
Website
Visit
Address
Gibraltar Street, Bolton BL3 5HU

Summary

Pikes Lane Primary School, located in Bolton, is a community school that serves a diverse population of 522 pupils. The school prides itself on its welcoming and nurturing environment, where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their best. With a strong emphasis on high educational standards, the school fosters positive attitudes towards learning and resilience among its students.

The curriculum at Pikes Lane is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, following the National Curriculum while incorporating unique experiences that enhance learning. The school promotes a "Pikes Lane Learning Journey," which includes enrichment activities such as trips and guest visits, allowing students to connect their knowledge to real-world experiences. Specialist teachers in PE and Creative Arts further enrich the educational offerings, ensuring a well-rounded development for all pupils.

Pikes Lane Primary School actively involves parents and the community, providing resources and communication through a dedicated parents' area on their website. The school values feedback and continuously seeks to improve, creating a collaborative atmosphere that benefits both students and their families.

Key details

LA
Bolton
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
518
Pupils
522
Boys
264
Girls
258
FSM %
39.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 522 264 258 518 39.70
2024-09-11 520 266 254 518 33.90
2023-09-11 507 254 253 518 25.30
2022-09-11 507 254 253 518 25.30
2021-09-11 506 235 271 518 25.60
2020-09-11 497 240 257 500 21.60

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