The Elton High School

URN: 105354 • Bury BL8 1RN

Overview

Name
The Elton High School
URN
105354
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jonathan Wilton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01617631434
Website
Visit
Address
Walshaw Road, Bury BL8 1RN

Summary

The Elton High School is a co-educational community secondary school located in Bury, accommodating approximately 1,025 students aged 11-16. Established in a modern building opened in 2016, the school emphasizes a culture of success rooted in its core principles of Ambition, Resilience, and Kindness. These values are integral to the school's ethos and foster positive relationships among students and staff.

The curriculum at The Elton High School is designed to provide a comprehensive education across a range of subjects, including core disciplines such as English, Maths, and Science, as well as creative and technical subjects. The school encourages parental engagement and offers various channels for communication regarding curriculum inquiries and student support.

In addition to academic offerings, The Elton High School is committed to supporting students with special educational needs through dedicated staff, including a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO). The school also promotes community involvement through open events and various initiatives, ensuring a supportive environment for all students and their families.

Key details

LA
Bury
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1000
Pupils
1025
Boys
544
Girls
481
FSM %
21.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1025 544 481 1000 21.10
2024-09-11 1040 543 497 1000 20.40
2023-09-11 1017 498 519 1000 19.20
2022-09-11 1017 498 519 1000 19.20
2021-09-11 1030 524 506 1000 17.80
2020-09-11 1041 520 521 1023 13.70

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