Red Lane Primary School
URN: 143030 • Bolton BL2 5HP
Overview
- Name
- Red Lane Primary School
- URN
- 143030
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BASE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rhian Driver (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01204333580
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Red Lane, Bolton BL2 5HP
Summary
Red Lane Primary School is a two-form entry academy located in Breightmet, Bolton, with a current enrolment of 485 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school operates under the BASE Academy Trust, which is dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment. The school was last inspected in July 2019 and received a 'good' rating, reflecting its commitment to academic and social development.
The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto, "Believe, Achieve, Succeed," which underlines its focus on helping every child reach their full potential. Red Lane offers a broad curriculum designed to promote both academic excellence and personal growth, supported by strong relationships with families and the local community.
In addition to its primary education, Red Lane Primary School features a large pre-school nursery and a provision for two-year-olds, catering to the diverse needs of families in the area. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (55.90%), the school is committed to ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities for all students.
The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto, "Believe, Achieve, Succeed," which underlines its focus on helping every child reach their full potential. Red Lane offers a broad curriculum designed to promote both academic excellence and personal growth, supported by strong relationships with families and the local community.
In addition to its primary education, Red Lane Primary School features a large pre-school nursery and a provision for two-year-olds, catering to the diverse needs of families in the area. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (55.90%), the school is committed to ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities for all students.
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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
- BASE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 485
- Boys
- 248
- Girls
- 237
- FSM %
- 55.90
- Open date
- 2016-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 485 | 248 | 237 | 420 | 55.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 492 | 249 | 243 | 420 | 49.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 504 | 263 | 241 | 420 | 44.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 504 | 263 | 241 | 420 | 44.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 513 | 260 | 253 | 420 | 42.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 502 | 261 | 241 | 420 | 36.40 |
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