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Sharples Primary School

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Sharples Primary School

Hugh Lupus Street, Bolton, BL1 8RU

Community school
Pupils
253
Ages
3-11
FSM
17.4%
Capacity
210
Ofsted
Good
May 2019

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
69.0%
Writing
78.0%
Maths
75.0%
RWM Combined
66.0%

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About Sharples Primary School

Sharples Primary School is a primary school in Bolton, Bolton. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 66% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 253 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Hugh Lupus Street, Bolton, BL1 8RU | More schools in Bolton

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Sharples Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Feb 2025 — Standards maintained
  2. May 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Sharples Primary School

What is Sharples Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Sharples Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What are Sharples Primary School's latest exam results?
Sharples Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 66% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Sharples Primary School located?
Sharples Primary School is a primary school in Bolton, Bolton (BL1 8RU).
How many pupils attend Sharples Primary School?
Sharples Primary School has around 253 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Sharples Primary School with other schools?
View Sharples Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Bolton.