Gilnow Primary School
URN: 105198 • Bolton BL1 4LG
Overview
- Name
- Gilnow Primary School
- URN
- 105198
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kate Hesketh (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01204333724
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gilnow Gardens, Bolton BL1 4LG
Summary
Gilnow Primary School is a community school located in Bolton, serving a diverse local area with a strong commitment to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment. With a capacity of 236 pupils and currently 231 enrolled, the school prioritises the individual needs of each child, fostering resilience and independence through a tailored curriculum.
The school places high expectations on both learning and behaviour, offering robust pastoral care to support personal development. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Miss K Hesketh, work collaboratively to ensure a supportive atmosphere where both new and experienced teachers feel valued. The school also emphasizes strong relationships with families and the wider community, aiming to help children reach their full potential.
Gilnow Primary's curriculum covers a wide range of subjects, including English, maths, history, and science, with an emphasis on local context and diversity. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visitors, reflecting its ethos of community engagement and shared growth.
The school places high expectations on both learning and behaviour, offering robust pastoral care to support personal development. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Miss K Hesketh, work collaboratively to ensure a supportive atmosphere where both new and experienced teachers feel valued. The school also emphasizes strong relationships with families and the wider community, aiming to help children reach their full potential.
Gilnow Primary's curriculum covers a wide range of subjects, including English, maths, history, and science, with an emphasis on local context and diversity. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visitors, reflecting its ethos of community engagement and shared growth.
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- Bolton SICT (other)
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- Gilnow Gardens, Bolton,BL1 4LG (other)
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
- 236
- Pupils
- 231
- Boys
- 102
- Girls
- 129
- FSM %
- 26.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 231 | 102 | 129 | 236 | 26.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 220 | 98 | 122 | 236 | 25.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 209 | 103 | 106 | 236 | 26.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 209 | 103 | 106 | 236 | 26.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 201 | 102 | 99 | 236 | 26.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 219 | 113 | 106 | 236 | 25.50 |
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