Harper Green School
URN: 105257 • Bolton BL4 0DH
Overview
- Name
- Harper Green School
- URN
- 105257
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 50.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Roach (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Harper Green Road, Bolton BL4 0DH
Summary
      Harper Green School is a mixed community secondary school located in Bolton, with a current enrolment of 1,211 pupils and a capacity of 1,423. The school is dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Under the leadership of Headteacher Ms Heppenstall, Harper Green emphasizes the importance of individual potential, encouraging students to explore their intellectual, physical, and emotional capabilities.
The school offers a diverse and ambitious curriculum, with strong academic results that exceed national averages in subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, and Spanish. Facilities include modern classrooms, specialist science labs, and a new £2 million building for dance and drama, all designed to support effective learning. Additionally, Harper Green provides excellent support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils have the resources they need to succeed.
Beyond academics, Harper Green School promotes a rich extracurricular programme, offering various clubs, sports, and trips to enhance students' experiences. With a commitment to personal development and community engagement, Harper Green prepares students to become responsible global citizens.
      The school offers a diverse and ambitious curriculum, with strong academic results that exceed national averages in subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, and Spanish. Facilities include modern classrooms, specialist science labs, and a new £2 million building for dance and drama, all designed to support effective learning. Additionally, Harper Green provides excellent support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils have the resources they need to succeed.
Beyond academics, Harper Green School promotes a rich extracurricular programme, offering various clubs, sports, and trips to enhance students' experiences. With a commitment to personal development and community engagement, Harper Green prepares students to become responsible global citizens.
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Nearby alternatives
- Canon Slade CofE School (81.9)
- St James's Church of England High School (75.1)
- Bolton Muslim Girls School (70.2)
- Rivington and Blackrod High School (68.8)
- Turton School (65.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1423
- Pupils
- 1211
- Boys
- 595
- Girls
- 620
- FSM %
- 25.70
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-02-28
- Last Ofsted
- 2015-10-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1211 | 595 | 620 | 1423 | 25.70 | 
| 2024-09-11 | 1211 | 595 | 620 | 1423 | 25.70 | 
| 2023-09-11 | 1211 | 595 | 620 | 1423 | 25.70 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 1211 | 595 | 620 | 1423 | 25.70 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 1211 | 595 | 620 | 1423 | 25.70 | 
| 2020-09-11 | 1211 | 595 | 620 | 1423 | 25.70 | 
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