Bolton St Catherine's Academy

URN: 145314 • Bolton BL2 4HU

Overview

Name
Bolton St Catherine's Academy
URN
145314
Type
Academy converter
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Trust
THE BISHOP FRASER TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
30.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gareth Watson (since 2025)
Telephone
01204332533
Website
Visit
Address
Stitch MI Lane, Bolton BL2 4HU

Summary

Bolton St Catherine's Academy (BSCA) is a mixed all-through academy located in Bolton, serving approximately 1,020 students with a capacity of 1,186. The school operates under a Christian ethos, emphasizing values such as belief, striving for excellence, care, and achievement. BSCA aims to provide a supportive and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop their individual talents and abilities.

The academy's curriculum is designed to be ambitious and inclusive, ensuring all students can achieve academic success and personal growth. BSCA focuses on fostering confident learners who are prepared for further education and responsible citizenship. Daily routines, including morning form time, help reinforce positive attitudes towards learning and build strong relationships between staff and students.

As a community-based institution, BSCA is dedicated to serving its diverse student population and their families. The school prioritizes the holistic development of its pupils, aiming to equip them with the skills and values necessary to thrive in society.

Key details

LA
Bolton
Age range
3 - 16
Boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
THE BISHOP FRASER TRUST
Capacity
1186
Pupils
1020
Boys
511
Girls
509
FSM %
51.50
Open date
2018-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
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Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1020 511 509 1186 51.50
2024-09-11 1051 560 491 1186 51.40
2023-09-11 1046 559 487 1186 48.00
2022-09-11 1046 559 487 1186 48.00
2021-09-11 1087 573 514 1186 45.00
2020-09-11 1134 578 556 1186 40.60

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