Christ Church CofE (Aided) Primary School

URN: 105341 • Bury BL8 3AX

Overview

Name
Christ Church CofE (Aided) Primary School
URN
105341
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
76.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ian Young (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Church Street, Bury BL8 3AX

Summary

Christ Church CofE (Aided) Primary School, located in Bury, serves a mixed-gender population of 293 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 285. As a voluntary aided school, it is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment, emphasizing high expectations and personal development alongside academic achievement. The school is part of The Sycamore Trust, promoting the ethos of "Grow together, learn forever," which reflects its focus on community and collaboration with families.

The curriculum at Christ Church covers a broad range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, while also incorporating Religious Education and Personal, Social, Health, and Economic education. The school prioritises the well-being of its students, ensuring they feel safe and valued, which is highlighted by positive feedback from parents and a supportive school culture.

Recent Ofsted reports commend the strong relationships between staff, students, and families, which are fundamental to the school’s success. Christ Church aims to celebrate the diverse backgrounds of its pupils while fostering a sense of pride and belonging within its vibrant school community.

Key details

LA
Bury
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
285
Pupils
293
Boys
160
Girls
135
FSM %
4.70
Open date
Close date
2017-05-31
Last Ofsted
2007-03-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 293 160 135 285 4.70
2024-09-11 293 160 135 285 4.70
2023-09-11 293 160 135 285 4.70
2022-09-11 293 160 135 285 4.70
2021-09-11 293 160 135 285 4.70
2020-09-11 293 160 135 285 4.70

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