Blackshaw Primary School
URN: 105175 • Bolton BL2 6TE
Overview
- Name
- Blackshaw Primary School
- URN
- 105175
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dorne Rutter (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01204333505
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bideford Drive, Bolton BL2 6TE
Summary
Blackshaw Primary School is a community school located in Bolton, catering to mixed-gender pupils from Nursery to Year 6. With a current enrolment of 223 students, the school has a capacity of 210, demonstrating a commitment to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued. The school operates under a mission to treat all learners equally, ensuring that education is tailored to meet individual needs regardless of background or ability.
The curriculum at Blackshaw Primary is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating both core subjects and creative arts. The school emphasizes hands-on learning experiences, enriched by visits and community involvement, fostering a stimulating atmosphere for exploration and innovation. High standards of behaviour and mutual respect are central to the school's ethos, encouraging students to develop self-esteem and confidence.
Blackshaw Primary actively engages with parents and the wider community, viewing them as essential partners in the educational journey. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Mrs Dorne Rutter, strive to create a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring that all children feel secure and supported throughout their learning experience.
The curriculum at Blackshaw Primary is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating both core subjects and creative arts. The school emphasizes hands-on learning experiences, enriched by visits and community involvement, fostering a stimulating atmosphere for exploration and innovation. High standards of behaviour and mutual respect are central to the school's ethos, encouraging students to develop self-esteem and confidence.
Blackshaw Primary actively engages with parents and the wider community, viewing them as essential partners in the educational journey. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Mrs Dorne Rutter, strive to create a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring that all children feel secure and supported throughout their learning experience.
Useful links
- Pathways to write Feature Keys Progression Years 1- 6 (download)
- Pathways to write Poetry Feature keys progression Year 1 – 6 (download)
- Pathways to write progression in mastery EYFS to KS1 (download)
- Pathways to write Progression in Mastery Skills Year 1 – 6 (download)
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Nearby alternatives
- Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School (76.4)
- The Valley Community Primary School (76.2)
- Sunning Hill Primary School (75.3)
- The Olive School, Bolton (74.4)
- Lostock Primary School (73.1)
Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 223
- Boys
- 120
- Girls
- 103
- FSM %
- 18.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-09-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 223 | 120 | 103 | 210 | 18.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 229 | 128 | 101 | 209 | 15.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 226 | 131 | 95 | 209 | 11.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 226 | 131 | 95 | 209 | 11.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 236 | 134 | 102 | 209 | 11.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 239 | 135 | 104 | 209 | 9.00 |
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