Walmsley CofE Primary School
URN: 105232 • Bolton BL7 9SA
Overview
- Name
- Walmsley CofE Primary School
- URN
- 105232
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 51.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanna Atherton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01204332650
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Blackburn Road, Bolton BL7 9SA
Summary
Walmsley Church of England Primary School, located in Egerton, Bolton, is a voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 322 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 280. The school prides itself on its strong Christian ethos, encapsulated in its motto, "Growing as a family to flourish in God's love." This guiding principle emphasizes the importance of happiness, respect, and support in fostering a love of learning among students.
The curriculum at Walmsley is designed to provide rich and memorable learning experiences that build character and resilience in each child. The school focuses on nurturing individual potential and celebrating each child's uniqueness through a diverse range of educational opportunities. Close collaboration with parents, the local authority, and the Diocese enhances the support system for students.
Walmsley C.E. Primary School has established a positive reputation within the community, reinforced by strong ties to the nearby Christ Church. The school actively engages in various initiatives, including fundraising for local causes, reflecting its commitment to community involvement and social responsibility.
The curriculum at Walmsley is designed to provide rich and memorable learning experiences that build character and resilience in each child. The school focuses on nurturing individual potential and celebrating each child's uniqueness through a diverse range of educational opportunities. Close collaboration with parents, the local authority, and the Diocese enhances the support system for students.
Walmsley C.E. Primary School has established a positive reputation within the community, reinforced by strong ties to the nearby Christ Church. The school actively engages in various initiatives, including fundraising for local causes, reflecting its commitment to community involvement and social responsibility.
Useful links
- DFE: Absence and Pupil Population (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- DFE: Workforce and Finance (other)
- Staff email (other)
- Tweets by walmsleysch (other)
- DFE: School Performance Tables (other)
- Our Ethos & Values (other)
- Read More (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
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 280
- Pupils
- 322
- Boys
- 158
- Girls
- 164
- FSM %
- 3.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 322 | 158 | 164 | 280 | 3.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 344 | 163 | 181 | 280 | 4.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 355 | 158 | 197 | 280 | 5.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 355 | 158 | 197 | 280 | 5.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 341 | 154 | 187 | 280 | 5.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 349 | 160 | 189 | 280 | 5.70 |
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