The Gates Primary School
URN: 133926 • Bolton BL5 3QA
Overview
- Name
- The Gates Primary School
- URN
- 133926
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sean Doherty (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01942634734
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bristle Hall Way, Bolton BL5 3QA
Summary
The Gates Primary School is a mixed community school located in Bolton, catering to 294 pupils with a capacity of 311. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, as reflected in its various leadership initiatives, including Digital Leaders, School Council, and Eco Team. These groups encourage student participation and responsibility, promoting a sense of community and belonging among pupils.
The curriculum at The Gates Primary School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on wellbeing and inclusion, ensuring that all students have access to the support they need to thrive. This approach is reinforced by the school's dedicated staff and governors, who work collaboratively to create a nurturing learning environment.
With 18.90% of pupils eligible for free school meals, The Gates Primary School is aware of the diverse needs of its community and strives to address them through tailored support and resources. Parents can find more information about the school's ethos, curriculum, and initiatives on their official website.
The curriculum at The Gates Primary School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on wellbeing and inclusion, ensuring that all students have access to the support they need to thrive. This approach is reinforced by the school's dedicated staff and governors, who work collaboratively to create a nurturing learning environment.
With 18.90% of pupils eligible for free school meals, The Gates Primary School is aware of the diverse needs of its community and strives to address them through tailored support and resources. Parents can find more information about the school's ethos, curriculum, and initiatives on their official website.
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Nearby alternatives
- Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School (76.4)
- The Valley Community Primary School (76.2)
- Sunning Hill Primary School (75.3)
- The Olive School, Bolton (74.4)
- Lostock Primary School (73.1)
Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 311
- Pupils
- 294
- Boys
- 152
- Girls
- 142
- FSM %
- 18.90
- Open date
- 2002-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 294 | 152 | 142 | 311 | 18.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 311 | 164 | 147 | 326 | 18.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 307 | 158 | 149 | 326 | 19.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 307 | 158 | 149 | 340 | 19.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 297 | 158 | 139 | 340 | 18.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 313 | 160 | 153 | 340 | 14.90 |
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