Thomasson Memorial School
URN: 105276 • Bolton BL3 3LA
Overview
- Name
- Thomasson Memorial School
- URN
- 105276
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lisa Lane (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01204333118
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lever Edge Lane, Bolton BL3 3LA
Summary
Thomasson Memorial School is a community special school located in Bolton, dedicated to supporting deaf children aged 2 to 16. With a current enrolment of 85 pupils, the school operates under the ethos of fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive. The school emphasises the importance of communication, employing both spoken and signed methods to ensure all students have equitable access to learning opportunities.
The curriculum at Thomasson is tailored to meet the unique needs of its pupils, focusing on developing essential communication, language, and literacy skills. This approach not only supports academic achievement but also promotes social and emotional well-being. The staff, led by a qualified Teacher of the Deaf, are committed to delivering high-quality education and equipping students with vital life skills for their future.
Parental involvement is highly valued at Thomasson, with strong partnerships between home and school encouraged to support each child's journey. Admissions are managed in conjunction with the Local Authority, requiring children to have an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) or be in the process of obtaining one.
The curriculum at Thomasson is tailored to meet the unique needs of its pupils, focusing on developing essential communication, language, and literacy skills. This approach not only supports academic achievement but also promotes social and emotional well-being. The staff, led by a qualified Teacher of the Deaf, are committed to delivering high-quality education and equipping students with vital life skills for their future.
Parental involvement is highly valued at Thomasson, with strong partnerships between home and school encouraged to support each child's journey. Admissions are managed in conjunction with the Local Authority, requiring children to have an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) or be in the process of obtaining one.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Personal Learning Centre (72.7)
- The Young Mums Unit (70.2)
- Youth Challenge Pru (70.2)
- Ladywood School (67.6)
- Ladywood School (64.1)
Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 2 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 85
- Boys
- 53
- Girls
- 32
- FSM %
- 38.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 85 | 53 | 32 | 38.60 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 79 | 51 | 28 | 41.80 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 79 | 49 | 30 | 41.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 79 | 49 | 30 | 41.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 73 | 48 | 25 | 34.20 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 72 | 46 | 26 | 29.20 |
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