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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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