- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
57 first choices, 59 offers made
Met the standard at 1174%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.5%
- Pupils
- 417
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.5
Schools in BL5
A postcode district in Bolton
- Postcode district
- 21 schools and nurseries
In short: BL5 is a postcode district in Bolton with 9 primary schools, 1 secondary school and 11 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries219 primary · 1 secondary · 11 nurseries
Top-rated
All BL5 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in BL5
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in BL5
9 in BL5, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well above the England average.
28 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1178%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 239
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.3
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
38 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1170%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.9%
- Pupils
- 238
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.9
Top Secondary Schools in BL5
1 in BL5, best first
- Ofsted:Urgent improvement in 1 area
Results below the England average.
221 first choices, 258 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1640.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.1%
- Pupils
- 1,342
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.2
Nurseries in BL5
11 in BL5, highest Ofsted grade first
Brighter Bunnies Pre School
Bolton, BL5 2BG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Casson Fold Day Nursery
Bolton, BL5 2EH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Happitots Day Nursery
Bolton, BL5 3PD · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
The map
See them as a listEvery school in BL5, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding2
- Good14
- Not graded yet5
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every BL5 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
BL5 has 21 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in BL5
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about BL5
Nearby areas
How many schools are in BL5?
BL5 has 21 schools, including 9 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 11 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in BL5?
The highest-ranked schools in BL5 on Eduscope are Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, St Thomas CofE Primary School, Eatock Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How do I choose the right school in BL5?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 21 schools in BL5 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.