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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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