Sharples School Science Specialist College

Sharples School is a mixed community secondary school located in Bolton, with a capacity of 1,050 students. The school prides itself on its ethos of "Learn, Dream, Achieve," fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. Headteacher Caroline Molyneux emphasizes high expectations and a commitment to resilience and hard work, ensuring that all students progress from their individual starting points.

The curriculum at Sharples is broad and ambitious, offering a wide range of GCSE subjects, including Engineering, Astronomy, and Computer Science, alongside numerous enrichment activities. The school is dedicated to providing first-class learning opportunities, with facilities that include a Health Hub, swimming pool, and a state-of-the-art Observatory.

Sharples School values community, cooperation, and consideration, promoting respect and tolerance among its diverse student body. The school maintains a strong partnership with parents and carers, believing that collaboration between home and school is essential for nurturing students both academically and socially.