Turton School
URN: 105253 • Bolton BL7 9LT
Overview
- Name
- Turton School
- URN
- 105253
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sam Gorse (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01204333233
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bromley Cross Road, Bolton BL7 9LT
Summary
Turton School is a mixed community secondary school located in Bolton, with a current enrolment of 1,606 students, slightly above its capacity of 1,600. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a nurturing and supportive learning environment, prioritising both academic achievement and student well-being. The ethos of Turton School is built on a blend of traditional values and progressive educational practices, aiming to equip students for future challenges.
The curriculum at Turton School is designed to be broad and engaging, underpinned by the Trivium approach, which emphasises grammar, reasoning, and communication skills. The school encourages active participation from students, parents, and the wider community, fostering an open and collaborative atmosphere. This engagement is seen as vital for developing good character and promoting a culture of trust and integrity.
As an oversubscribed institution, Turton School has established a strong reputation within the local community, serving families in the northern town demographic. The school seeks to prepare students for personal and academic success, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate their futures.
The curriculum at Turton School is designed to be broad and engaging, underpinned by the Trivium approach, which emphasises grammar, reasoning, and communication skills. The school encourages active participation from students, parents, and the wider community, fostering an open and collaborative atmosphere. This engagement is seen as vital for developing good character and promoting a culture of trust and integrity.
As an oversubscribed institution, Turton School has established a strong reputation within the local community, serving families in the northern town demographic. The school seeks to prepare students for personal and academic success, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate their futures.
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Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1600
- Pupils
- 1606
- Boys
- 785
- Girls
- 821
- FSM %
- 21.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1606 | 785 | 821 | 1600 | 21.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1619 | 798 | 821 | 1600 | 21.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1595 | 784 | 811 | 1600 | 19.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1595 | 784 | 811 | 1600 | 19.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1578 | 797 | 781 | 1600 | 17.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1535 | 772 | 763 | 1513 | 13.20 |
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