St James's Church of England High School

URN: 144046 • Bolton BL4 9RU

Overview

Name
St James's Church of England High School
URN
144046
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE BISHOP FRASER TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.1 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Catherine Anderson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01204333000
Website
Visit
Address
Lucas Road, Bolton BL4 9RU

Summary

St James's Church of England High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Bolton, with a current enrolment of 1,064 pupils and a capacity of 1,050. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where every student can achieve their full academic potential while developing into confident and compassionate individuals. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Caring for others † Achieving excellence," highlighting the importance of pastoral care alongside academic success.

The curriculum at St James's is designed to challenge students and encourage ambition, with a focus on high academic standards that consistently exceed national averages. The school prides itself on recruiting skilled teachers and investing in their professional development to inspire students. Support is tailored for those who may struggle, ensuring that all pupils receive the necessary assistance to thrive.

As a Church of England school, St James's welcomes students from various faith backgrounds, fostering an inclusive community grounded in Anglican values. The school aims to develop future leaders who are committed to serving their communities and making a positive impact on society.

Key details

LA
Bolton
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE BISHOP FRASER TRUST
Capacity
1050
Pupils
1064
Boys
552
Girls
512
FSM %
19.70
Open date
2017-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Greater Manchester

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1064 552 512 1050 19.70
2024-09-11 1051 552 499 1050 17.60
2023-09-11 1057 550 507 1050 15.20
2022-09-11 1057 550 507 1050 15.20
2021-09-11 1069 564 505 1050 14.50
2020-09-11 1071 562 509 1050 11.00

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login