St Stephen's Church of England Primary School

URN: 130327 • Bury BL8 2DX

Overview

Name
St Stephen's Church of England Primary School
URN
130327
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
49.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jane Parsons (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Colville Drive, Bury BL8 2DX

Summary

St Stephen's Church of England Primary School, located in Bury, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender population of 226 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is part of the Sycamore Church of England Trust and is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment rooted in Christian values such as love, kindness, and respect. These principles guide the school's ethos, fostering a supportive community where children can thrive.

The curriculum at St Stephen's covers a broad range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the arts, alongside Religious Education and Personal, Social, and Health Education (PSHE). The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, encouraging outdoor activities and student leadership through various groups like Eco Warriors and Well-being Warriors.

St Stephen's also prioritizes the well-being of its students, offering support for children with special educational needs and providing after-school clubs and activities. The school maintains strong links with St Stephen’s Church, reinforcing its community ties and commitment to nurturing each child's potential.

Key details

LA
Bury
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
226
Boys
112
Girls
114
FSM %
29.10
Open date
1995-08-31
Close date
2023-11-30
Last Ofsted
2022-07-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 226 112 114 210 29.10
2024-09-11 226 112 114 210 29.10
2023-09-11 250 120 130 210 30.50
2022-09-11 250 120 130 315 30.50
2021-09-11 263 125 138 315 27.40
2020-09-11 285 137 148 315 23.40

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