Hardy Mill Primary School
URN: 105189 • Bolton BL2 4EF
Overview
- Name
- Hardy Mill Primary School
- URN
- 105189
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jo Briggs (since 2025) , Head teacher
- Telephone
- 01204333770
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hardy Mill Road, Bolton BL2 4EF
Summary
Hardy Mill Primary School is a community school located in Bolton, catering to a mixed-gender population of 319 pupils, with a capacity for 356. The school is committed to providing high-quality education and care, continually seeking ways to enhance its offerings. The curriculum is designed to be broad and engaging, incorporating practical experiences that motivate students to learn. Subjects are often linked through thematic topics, promoting a cohesive learning experience.
The school values experiential learning, frequently organizing trips and activities that bring subjects to life through art, drama, and music. Recent events have included themed days, such as a pirate adventure, and hands-on projects in design technology, like bread tasting. These activities not only enrich the curriculum but also foster a sense of community among students and their families.
With a focus on collaboration and parental involvement, Hardy Mill Primary encourages families to participate in school activities, such as Maths stay-and-learn sessions. This approach helps build strong relationships between the school and the community, contributing to a supportive learning environment for all students.
The school values experiential learning, frequently organizing trips and activities that bring subjects to life through art, drama, and music. Recent events have included themed days, such as a pirate adventure, and hands-on projects in design technology, like bread tasting. These activities not only enrich the curriculum but also foster a sense of community among students and their families.
With a focus on collaboration and parental involvement, Hardy Mill Primary encourages families to participate in school activities, such as Maths stay-and-learn sessions. This approach helps build strong relationships between the school and the community, contributing to a supportive learning environment for all students.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Computing (download)
- Geography (download)
- English – Reading (download)
- English – Writing (download)
- Assessment Policy (download)
- Art and Design (download)
- Design and Technology (download)
- Music Development Plan (download)
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
- 356
- Pupils
- 319
- Boys
- 142
- Girls
- 177
- FSM %
- 8.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 319 | 142 | 177 | 356 | 8.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 320 | 137 | 183 | 356 | 9.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 340 | 148 | 192 | 356 | 12.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 340 | 148 | 192 | 356 | 12.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 341 | 145 | 196 | 356 | 11.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 334 | 143 | 191 | 356 | 6.20 |
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