Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury

URN: 105334 • Bury BL8 2RH

Overview

Name
Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
URN
105334
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
73.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
J E Davies (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01617644014
Website
Visit
Address
Leigh Lane, Bury BL8 2RH

Summary

Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, located in Bury, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 236 pupils, with a capacity for 240. The school is committed to providing a Christian education in a nurturing environment, fostering a strong partnership with parents and the local parish community. The ethos emphasizes love, learning, and personal growth, preparing students for future challenges while creating lasting memories.

The school offers a broad curriculum, teaching mixed ability year groups from Nursery to Year 6. Facilities include seven classrooms, a Foundation Stage Unit, a large hall, and a dedicated Learning Zone equipped with computers and a library. Guardian Angels promotes British values, ensuring students understand democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect, and tolerance of different beliefs.

With a history dating back to 1887, Guardian Angels has a strong reputation in the local community. The school aims to equip children with the skills and values necessary for their future, with many students progressing to St Gabriel's R.C. High School and beyond. The school actively engages with its parish community, creating a sense of belonging and support for all families.

Key details

LA
Bury
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
236
Boys
125
Girls
111
FSM %
11.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2015-01-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 236 125 111 240 11.00
2024-09-11 238 119 119 240 11.80
2023-09-11 231 104 127 240 12.70
2022-09-11 231 104 127 240 12.70
2021-09-11 241 104 137 240 10.90
2020-09-11 242 109 133 240 7.20

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