Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School
URN: 105211 • Bolton BL6 5DE
Overview
- Name
- Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School
- URN
- 105211
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England/Methodist
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Royal (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01204333520
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Vicarage Road West, Bolton BL6 5DE
Summary
Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Bolton, serving a mixed-gender population of 256 pupils with a capacity for 266. The school is rooted in Christian values, specifically those of the Anglican and Methodist traditions, promoting an inclusive environment for children of all faiths and none. The core values of Grace, Love, and Fellowship guide the school's ethos and community interactions.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to inspire a love of learning while maintaining high standards of achievement. It features a full-time nursery and a "wrap-around care" service called WHAM (Warm Hearts, Active Minds), available year-round. Additionally, the school has a specialist ASD provision, the DREAMS classroom, catering to children with specific needs.
Blackrod Church School fosters a nurturing environment where strong relationships are encouraged among students and staff. The community is actively engaged in the school's activities, and visitors are welcome to explore the school's offerings and values further. The school has received positive evaluations, being rated 'good' by Ofsted and 'outstanding' in its church school inspection (SIAMS).
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to inspire a love of learning while maintaining high standards of achievement. It features a full-time nursery and a "wrap-around care" service called WHAM (Warm Hearts, Active Minds), available year-round. Additionally, the school has a specialist ASD provision, the DREAMS classroom, catering to children with specific needs.
Blackrod Church School fosters a nurturing environment where strong relationships are encouraged among students and staff. The community is actively engaged in the school's activities, and visitors are welcome to explore the school's offerings and values further. The school has received positive evaluations, being rated 'good' by Ofsted and 'outstanding' in its church school inspection (SIAMS).
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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
- 266
- Pupils
- 256
- Boys
- 137
- Girls
- 119
- FSM %
- 17.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 256 | 137 | 119 | 266 | 17.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 238 | 128 | 110 | 266 | 18.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 252 | 128 | 124 | 262 | 20.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 252 | 128 | 124 | 262 | 20.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 258 | 132 | 126 | 262 | 17.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 260 | 134 | 126 | 256 | 15.00 |
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