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Schools in BL9

A postcode district in Bury

  • Postcode district
  • 42 schools and nurseries

In short: BL9 is a postcode district in Bury with 19 primary schools, 9 secondary schools and 15 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries4219 primary · 9 secondary · 15 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in BL9

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 BL9 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in BL9

19 in BL9, best first

Sunny Bank Primary School

Bury, BL9 8EQ · Academy · Primary · Ages 5 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

49 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1175%

England 62%

Days missed
3.7%
Pupils
215
Pupils per teacher
24.2
View school Sunny Bank Primary School

St. Marie's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Bury, BL9 0RZ · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Results above the England average.

48 first choices, 29 offers made

Met the standard at 1168%

England 62%

Days missed
4.2%
Pupils
251
Pupils per teacher
24.2
View school St. Marie's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
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Top Secondary Schools in BL9

9 in BL9, best first

Bury Church of England High School

Bury, BL9 0TS · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results above the England average.

108 first choices, 127 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1651.5

England 46.2

Days missed
8.4%
Pupils
802
Pupils per teacher
19.7
View school Bury Church of England High School

The Derby High School

Lancs, BL9 9NH · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

210 first choices, 181 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1644.0

England 46.2

Days missed
9.1%
Pupils
928
Pupils per teacher
14.5
View school The Derby High School

Unsworth Academy

Bury, BL9 8LP · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

191 first choices, 199 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1643.2

England 46.2

Days missed
7.7%
Pupils
953
Pupils per teacher
17.7
View school Unsworth Academy
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Nurseries in BL9

15 in BL9, highest Ofsted grade first

Hoyle Nursery School

Bury, BL9 6HR · State · Nursery · Ages 2 to 4

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

No published results yet.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
87
Pupils per teacher
22.5
View school Hoyle Nursery School
See all 15 nurseries

Sixth Forms in BL9

1 in BL9, by the school's Eduscope score

Bury Grammar Schools

Bury, BL9 0HN · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1,234
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Bury Grammar Schools

Special Schools in BL9

2 in BL9. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Cambian Chesham House School

Bl9 6jd · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 18

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
16
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Cambian Chesham House School

Brookhaven School

Bury, BL9 8LP · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • No Ofsted grade yet

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
26.0%
Pupils
74
Pupils per teacher
6.7
View school Brookhaven School

Private Schools in BL9

2 in BL9. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Cambian Chesham House School

Bl9 6jd · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 18

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
16
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Cambian Chesham House School

Bury Grammar Schools

Bury, BL9 0HN · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1,234
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Bury Grammar Schools
The map

Every school in BL9, 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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Hoyle Nursery School, OutstandingHollins Grundy Primary School, GoodSt Peter's Church of England Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasBury and Whitefield Jewish Primary School, Expected standard or betterBury Grammar Schools, InspectedSt John with St Mark CofE Primary School, GoodSt Luke's CofE Primary School, GoodCambian Chesham House School, Requires improvementUnsworth Academy, GoodEast Ward Community Primary School, Expected standard or betterSunny Bank Primary School, GoodSt Thomas Church of England Primary School, GoodHoly Trinity Primary School, GoodUnsworth Primary School, GoodHazel Wood High School, GoodSt Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy, GoodSummerseat Methodist Primary School, GoodBury Church of England High School, Expected standard or betterSpringside Primary School, Good in every areaSt Joseph and St Bede RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Expected standard or betterBrookhaven SchoolChesham Primary Academy, InadequateSt Paul's Church of England Primary School, Requires improvementHeap Bridge Village Primary School, GoodAsh Grove School, Requires improvementWoodfields Day Nursery, GoodDream Big Little One, GoodThe Bridge Day Nursery, GoodTiddlywinks Day Nursery, GoodFairfields Private Day Nursery, GoodKids Planet Dorset Drive, GoodKids Planet Parliament Street, GoodMosses Community Preschool, GoodBambinos, GoodWindacre Pre-School Limited, OutstandingMulberry Bush Nursery Walmersley, OutstandingBossy Boots Creche, GoodTiddlywinks Day Nursery Ltd, OutstandingOlive Tree Jewish NurseryFairfield Community Primary School, GoodThe Derby High School, GoodSt. Marie's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Good or better
  • Outstanding4
  • Good24
  • Requires improvement3
  • Inadequate1
  • Not graded yet10
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in BL9 sit in 2 council areas. 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 BL9 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

BL9 has 42 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

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How many schools are in BL9?

BL9 has 42 schools, including 19 primary schools, 9 secondary schools, 15 nurseries, 2 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 BL9?

The highest-ranked schools in BL9 on Eduscope are Sunny Bank Primary School, Bury Church of England High School, St. Marie's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy. 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 BL9?

There are 2 independent schools in BL9. 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 BL9 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in BL9?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 42 schools in BL9 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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