Springside Primary School

URN: 149050 • Bury BL9 5JB

Overview

Name
Springside Primary School
URN
149050
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
PRESTOLEE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
43.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gillian Thornicroft (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01617642348
Website
Visit
Address
Springside Road, Bury BL9 5JB

Summary

Springside Primary School, located in Bury, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 248 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 260. As part of the Prestolee Multi Academy Trust, the school is committed to fostering an environment where every child is valued and prepared for future opportunities. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its six core values: Respect, Responsibility, Relationships, Resilience, Resourcefulness, and Reflection and Aspiration, which guide the daily experiences of students.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to promote independent learning and critical thinking. Springside Primary places a strong emphasis on developing social skills and emotional resilience, ensuring that students learn to navigate challenges effectively. The leadership team, including Head Teacher Miss G. Thornicroft and Deputy Head Mr. B. Connor, is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all learners.

With 23.4% of students eligible for free school meals, Springside Primary is attentive to the diverse needs of its community. The school actively engages with parents and guardians, fostering strong relationships to support student development both academically and personally. For more information, visit their website or contact the school directly.

Key details

LA
Bury
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PRESTOLEE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
260
Pupils
248
Boys
115
Girls
133
FSM %
23.40
Open date
2022-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 248 115 133 260 23.40
2024-09-11 246 116 130 260 27.00
2023-09-11 239
2022-09-11 239

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