East Ward Community Primary School

URN: 144572 • Bury BL9 7QZ

Overview

Name
East Ward Community Primary School
URN
144572
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
VISION MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kathryn Mort (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01617646065
Website
Visit
Address
Willow Street, Bury BL9 7QZ

Summary

East Ward Community Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Bury, with a current enrolment of 476 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering an environment where students feel happy, challenged, successful, and proud. The ethos is built around inclusivity and support, with a significant percentage (54.70%) of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting the diverse community it serves.

The curriculum at East Ward is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a strong emphasis on core subjects such as phonics, reading, writing, and maths. The school also offers enrichment opportunities, including after-school clubs and a dedicated nursery, Little Oaks, to support early childhood development. Additionally, the school prioritises mental health and well-being through initiatives like the MY HAPPY MIND programme.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various channels, including newsletters and parental involvement initiatives. The school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and special educational needs, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Bury
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
VISION MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
476
Boys
242
Girls
234
FSM %
54.70
Open date
2017-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 476 242 234 420 54.70
2024-09-11 464 234 230 420 53.30
2023-09-11 449 228 221 420 51.50
2022-09-11 449 228 221 420 51.50
2021-09-11 443 227 216 420 48.40
2020-09-11 436 223 213 420 41.50

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