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Schools in BL8

A postcode district in Bury

  • Postcode district
  • 29 schools and nurseries

In short: BL8 is a postcode district in Bury with 16 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 9 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries2916 primary · 5 secondary · 9 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in BL8

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.

All BL8 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in BL8

16 in BL8, best first

Chantlers Primary School

Bury, BL8 2SF · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

64 first choices, 36 offers made

Met the standard at 1197%

England 62%

Days missed
3.3%
Pupils
305
Pupils per teacher
24.8
View school Chantlers Primary School

Greenhill Primary School

Bury, BL8 2JH · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

19 first choices, 26 offers made

Met the standard at 1186%

England 62%

Days missed
4.2%
Pupils
255
Pupils per teacher
21.0
View school Greenhill Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in BL8

5 in BL8, best first

The Elton High School

Bury, BL8 1RN · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Expected standard in every area

Results close to the England average.

277 first choices, 210 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1647.4

England 46.2

Days missed
7.9%
Pupils
1,017
Pupils per teacher
16.3
View school The Elton High School

Tottington High School

Bury, BL8 3LY · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

Results well below the England average.

69 first choices, 117 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1638.9

England 46.2

Days missed
12.3%
Pupils
811
Pupils per teacher
16.2
View school Tottington High School
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Nurseries in BL8

9 in BL8, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 9 nurseries

Sixth Forms in BL8

2 in BL8, by the school's Eduscope score

Forestwood School

Bury, BL8 2BS · Independent · Secondary · Ages 12 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
25
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Forestwood School

Special Schools in BL8

2 in BL8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Forestwood School

Bury, BL8 2BS · Independent · Secondary · Ages 12 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
25
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Forestwood School

Mill School - Bury

Bl8 2bd · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 17

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
65
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Mill School - Bury

Private Schools in BL8

3 in BL8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Forestwood School

Bury, BL8 2BS · Independent · Secondary · Ages 12 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
25
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Forestwood School

Mill School - Bury

Bl8 2bd · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 17

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
65
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Mill School - Bury
The map

Every school in BL8, 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.

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Chantlers Primary School, Outstanding in every areaLowercroft Primary School, GoodEmmanuel Holcombe Church of England Primary School, GoodSt Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hawkshaw, Requires improvement in 1 areaHolly Mount Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury, GoodThe Elton High School, Expected standard in every areaDarul Uloom Al Arabiya Al Islamiya, GoodElton Community Primary School, GoodForestwood School, GoodChrist Church CofE Primary School, GoodTottington High School, Requires improvementMill School - Bury, GoodTottington Primary School, GoodGreenhill Primary School, GoodSt Stephen's Church of England Primary School, Requires improvementWoodbank Primary School, GoodOld Hall Primary School, GoodGreenmount Primary School, GoodLittle Holcombe Nursery, OutstandingTower View Nursery with Peelers out of School Club, GoodEducare For Early Years (Bury), GoodMulberry Bush Nursery Tottington, OutstandingSafari Kindergarten, GoodGreenmount Foundations for Learning, GoodWellington Villa Nursery, OutstandingFirst Steps Day Nursery & Pre-School Limited, GoodMulberry Bush Nursery Walshaw, OutstandingGuardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Good in every areaOur Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy, Good
  • Outstanding4
  • Good19
  • Requires improvement2
  • Not graded yet4
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.

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What's on offer for each age

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Living here

What it's like for families

BL8 has 29 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.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about BL8

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How many schools are in BL8?

BL8 has 29 schools, including 16 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 9 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in BL8?

The highest-ranked schools in BL8 on Eduscope are Chantlers Primary School, Emmanuel Holcombe Church of England Primary School, Greenhill 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 many private schools are in BL8?

There are 3 independent schools in BL8. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in BL8 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in BL8?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 29 schools in BL8 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.

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