Bowness Primary School

URN: 142030 • Bolton BL3 1BT

Overview

Name
Bowness Primary School
URN
142030
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
PRESTOLEE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
46.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sophie Wright (since 2025)
Telephone
01204333140
Website
Visit
Address
Church Street, Bolton BL3 1BT

Summary

Bowness Primary School, located in Little Lever, Bolton, is an academy sponsor-led institution catering to children aged 3 to 11 years. With a current enrolment of 124 pupils and a capacity of 156, the school prides itself on fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Bowness is dedicated to high academic standards, following the National Curriculum 2014, and has received a 'good' rating with outstanding features in its last Ofsted inspection.

The school's ethos revolves around the vision of 'Aiming High,' ensuring that every child is supported to reach their full potential in reading, writing, and numeracy. Bowness promotes an inclusive environment, offering a rich and balanced curriculum that encourages hands-on learning experiences and community involvement. The school also emphasizes the importance of positive relationships among staff, pupils, and parents.

As part of the Prestolee Multi Academy Trust, Bowness Primary School is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially. The school’s core values focus on developing confident communicators and responsible learners, preparing students for future opportunities.

Key details

LA
Bolton
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PRESTOLEE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
156
Pupils
124
Boys
49
Girls
75
FSM %
39.50
Open date
2015-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 124 49 75 156 39.50
2024-09-11 132 61 71 156 44.70
2023-09-11 112 56 56 156 35.70
2022-09-11 112 56 56 156 35.70
2021-09-11 115 61 54 156 37.40
2020-09-11 114 61 53 140 24.60

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