St Peter's Smithills Dean CofE Primary School
URN: 105228 • Bolton BL1 6LA
Overview
- Name
- St Peter's Smithills Dean CofE Primary School
- URN
- 105228
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christine Lancashire (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Limefield Road, Bolton BL1 6LA
Summary
St. Peter's Smithills Dean CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Bolton, serving a mixed-gender cohort of 210 pupils. The school operates within a capacity of 211 and is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment that reflects its Church of England ethos. The school aims to foster both academic excellence and personal development, encouraging students to thrive in a supportive community.
The curriculum at St. Peter's is designed to engage and inspire students, promoting a love for learning through a variety of subjects and activities. The school places a strong emphasis on the development of core skills while also integrating values-based education that aligns with its Christian foundation. Parents can access resources such as the latest newsletters and Ofsted reports through the school’s website, ensuring transparency and communication.
St. Peter's also hosts open days for prospective parents, offering guided tours led by the headteacher. These tours provide an opportunity for parents to ask questions and gain insight into the school's environment and educational approach, particularly for those considering enrolment for Reception starters in 2026.
The curriculum at St. Peter's is designed to engage and inspire students, promoting a love for learning through a variety of subjects and activities. The school places a strong emphasis on the development of core skills while also integrating values-based education that aligns with its Christian foundation. Parents can access resources such as the latest newsletters and Ofsted reports through the school’s website, ensuring transparency and communication.
St. Peter's also hosts open days for prospective parents, offering guided tours led by the headteacher. These tours provide an opportunity for parents to ask questions and gain insight into the school's environment and educational approach, particularly for those considering enrolment for Reception starters in 2026.
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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
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 211
- Pupils
- 210
- Boys
- 120
- Girls
- 90
- FSM %
- 1.40
- Open date
- Close date
- 2018-04-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-01-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 210 | 120 | 90 | 211 | 1.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | 120 | 90 | 211 | 1.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 120 | 90 | 211 | 1.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 120 | 90 | 211 | 1.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 210 | 120 | 90 | 211 | 1.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 210 | 120 | 90 | 211 | 1.40 |
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