Eden Boys' School, Bolton
URN: 140959 • Bolton BL1 3QE
Overview
- Name
- Eden Boys' School, Bolton
- URN
- 140959
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Muslim
- Admissions
- Trust
- STAR ACADEMIES
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 57.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Arshad Ashraf (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01204849240
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wolfenden Street, Bolton BL1 3QE
Summary
Eden Boys' School, Bolton, is a secondary free school for boys, part of the Star Academies network. With a current enrolment of 623 students and a capacity of 800, the school aims to provide a nurturing and supportive environment that prioritises the well-being of its pupils. The school embraces Islamic teachings as a foundation for its educational approach, fostering academic, spiritual, and moral development.
The curriculum at Eden Boys' School is designed to encourage not only academic excellence but also the development of strong character and empathy among students. The school promotes values such as service, teamwork, ambition, and respect, which are integral to its ethos. Recent initiatives, such as transforming outdoor spaces into eco-classrooms, reflect the school's commitment to sustainability and community engagement.
Eden Boys' School also places a strong emphasis on parental involvement and communication. The Principal, Arshad Ashraf, invites parents and the wider community to participate actively in the school’s journey, ensuring that students receive comprehensive support throughout their educational experience.
The curriculum at Eden Boys' School is designed to encourage not only academic excellence but also the development of strong character and empathy among students. The school promotes values such as service, teamwork, ambition, and respect, which are integral to its ethos. Recent initiatives, such as transforming outdoor spaces into eco-classrooms, reflect the school's commitment to sustainability and community engagement.
Eden Boys' School also places a strong emphasis on parental involvement and communication. The Principal, Arshad Ashraf, invites parents and the wider community to participate actively in the school’s journey, ensuring that students receive comprehensive support throughout their educational experience.
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Nearby alternatives
- Canon Slade CofE School (81.9)
- St James's Church of England High School (75.1)
- Bolton Muslim Girls School (70.2)
- Rivington and Blackrod High School (68.8)
- Turton School (65.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- STAR ACADEMIES
- Capacity
- 800
- Pupils
- 623
- Boys
- 623
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 30.70
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 623 | 623 | 0 | 800 | 30.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 621 | 621 | 0 | 800 | 25.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 617 | 617 | 0 | 800 | 20.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 617 | 617 | 0 | 800 | 20.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 615 | 615 | 0 | 800 | 18.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 602 | 602 | 0 | 800 | 18.10 |
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