Clevelands Prep School

URN: 105270 • Bolton BL1 5DH

Overview

Name
Clevelands Prep School
URN
105270
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
35.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dawn Critchley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01204843898
Website
Visit
Address
425 Chorley New Road, Bolton BL1 5DH

Summary

Clevelands Preparatory School is an independent co-educational institution located in Bolton, catering to children aged 6 months to 11 years. With a current enrolment of 159 pupils and a capacity of 200, the school prides itself on maintaining small class sizes, which allows for personalised education tailored to each child's strengths and needs. The school's ethos revolves around nurturing a supportive and family-oriented environment, fostering individual growth and development.

The curriculum at Clevelands is designed to be stimulating and inspiring, offering equal opportunities for all students to succeed. The school emphasizes the importance of character development, encouraging values such as determination, resilience, and kindness. Outdoor experiences in a woodland setting further enrich the educational journey, providing children with memorable learning opportunities beyond the classroom.

Clevelands has received an 'Excellent' rating from the Independent Schools Inspectorate, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and student well-being. The school also offers dedicated preparation for the 11+ examinations, ensuring that students are well-equipped for their transition to secondary education.

Key details

LA
Bolton
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
200
Pupils
159
Boys
83
Girls
76
FSM %
Open date
1962-06-04
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Greater Manchester

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 159 83 76 200
2024-09-11 126 57 69 200
2023-09-11 147 69 78 200 0.00
2022-09-11 147 69 78 200 0.00
2021-09-11 143 71 72 200 0.00
2020-09-11 129 63 66 200 0.00

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