Sunning Hill Primary School
URN: 105163 • Bolton BL3 6TR
Overview
- Name
- Sunning Hill Primary School
- URN
- 105163
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 75.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Whalley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01204333588
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Goldsmith Street, Bolton BL3 6TR
Summary
Sunning Hill Primary School is a community school located in Bolton, serving a mixed-gender population of 536 pupils. The school's ethos emphasizes self-belief, independence, and lifelong learning, fostering an environment where children are encouraged to be curious and responsible. The dedicated staff aim to provide an engaging and purposeful curriculum, ensuring that all children feel happy and safe while celebrating their achievements.
The school offers nursery provision for children aged two to four, with both free and paid places available. Parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child's education, and the school values close partnerships between home and school. Sunning Hill also provides additional support through various programs, including SEND services and mental well-being initiatives.
In terms of academic performance, Sunning Hill Primary School has demonstrated strong results in recent Key Stage 2 SATs, with 74% of pupils achieving the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined. The school is committed to continuous improvement and nurturing each child's potential within the community. For more information, visit their website at http://sunninghillprimary.net/.
The school offers nursery provision for children aged two to four, with both free and paid places available. Parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child's education, and the school values close partnerships between home and school. Sunning Hill also provides additional support through various programs, including SEND services and mental well-being initiatives.
In terms of academic performance, Sunning Hill Primary School has demonstrated strong results in recent Key Stage 2 SATs, with 74% of pupils achieving the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined. The school is committed to continuous improvement and nurturing each child's potential within the community. For more information, visit their website at http://sunninghillprimary.net/.
Useful links
- School Governors (governance)
- Staff Team (governance)
- Governors Message (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Early Help (sen)
- Mental Wellbeing (sen)
- Bolton SEND Local Offer (sen)
- SENDSEND (sen)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School (76.4)
- The Valley Community Primary School (76.2)
- The Olive School, Bolton (74.4)
- Lostock Primary School (73.1)
- Markland Hill Primary School (72.6)
Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 531
- Pupils
- 536
- Boys
- 278
- Girls
- 258
- FSM %
- 22.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-11-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 536 | 278 | 258 | 531 | 22.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 540 | 278 | 262 | 531 | 21.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 513 | 257 | 256 | 531 | 20.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 513 | 257 | 256 | 531 | 20.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 519 | 258 | 261 | 531 | 23.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 556 | 274 | 282 | 531 | 18.30 |
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