St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Little Lever

URN: 105242 • Bolton BL3 1BQ

Overview

Name
St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Little Lever
URN
105242
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Shawcross (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01204333692
Website
Visit
Address
Norris Street, Bolton BL3 1BQ

Summary

St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, located in Little Lever, Bolton, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a diverse community with a current enrolment of 195 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment, guided by its Christian vision of "Love, Learn, Grow." This ethos encourages both pupils and staff to flourish in a supportive atmosphere where respect and care are paramount.

The curriculum at St Matthew's is designed to be broad and balanced, fostering a love of learning through creative and imaginative approaches. The school emphasizes the importance of personal growth, confidence, and resilience, ensuring that every child feels safe and valued. The recent SIAMS inspection highlighted the effectiveness of the school in living up to its Christian foundation, affirming its role in promoting a positive learning environment.

St Matthew's also prioritizes community engagement and the development of British values, such as respect and tolerance. The school encourages strong relationships among pupils, staff, and families, making it a welcoming place for all. Parents are invited to participate actively in their children's education and are encouraged to reach out for support whenever needed.

Key details

LA
Bolton
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
195
Boys
87
Girls
108
FSM %
16.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 195 87 108 210 16.40
2024-09-11 207 88 119 210 15.90
2023-09-11 214 97 117 210 16.80
2022-09-11 214 97 117 210 16.80
2021-09-11 214 97 117 210 15.40
2020-09-11 215 101 114 210 14.90

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