Canon Slade CofE School
URN: 105267 • Bolton BL2 3BP
Overview
- Name
- Canon Slade CofE School
- URN
- 105267
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 81.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Burton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Bradshaw Brow, Bolton BL2 3BP
Summary
Canon Slade CofE School is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in Bolton, with a current enrolment of 1,661 pupils and a capacity of 1,688. Established in 1855, the school maintains a strong Christian ethos, aiming to provide an excellent education within a supportive environment that encourages individual potential and prepares students for life in a changing world. The school's motto, "Ora et Labora" (Pray and Work), reflects its commitment to both academic achievement and spiritual growth.
The curriculum at Canon Slade is designed to be broad and balanced, encompassing key stage 3 (Years 7 to 9) and key stage 4 (Years 10 and 11) with a focus on the English Baccalaureate. In addition to academic subjects, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including drama, music, and sports, where it excels nationally. The sixth form provides a personalised curriculum to support students in their further education and career aspirations.
Canon Slade fosters a caring community, with strong relationships between staff, students, and parents. The school encourages the development of key values such as compassion, kindness, and self-control, aiming to nurture well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to society.
The curriculum at Canon Slade is designed to be broad and balanced, encompassing key stage 3 (Years 7 to 9) and key stage 4 (Years 10 and 11) with a focus on the English Baccalaureate. In addition to academic subjects, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including drama, music, and sports, where it excels nationally. The sixth form provides a personalised curriculum to support students in their further education and career aspirations.
Canon Slade fosters a caring community, with strong relationships between staff, students, and parents. The school encourages the development of key values such as compassion, kindness, and self-control, aiming to nurture well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to society.
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Nearby alternatives
- 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)
- St James's Church of England High School (61.1)
Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1688
- Pupils
- 1661
- Boys
- 775
- Girls
- 885
- FSM %
- 3.50
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2012-12-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1661 | 775 | 885 | 1688 | 3.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1661 | 775 | 885 | 1688 | 3.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1661 | 775 | 885 | 1688 | 3.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1661 | 775 | 885 | 1688 | 3.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1661 | 775 | 885 | 1688 | 3.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1661 | 775 | 885 | 1688 | 3.50 |
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