PrimaryData as of May 2026

St Columba's RC Primary School

Ripley Street, Tonge Moor, Bolton, BL2 3AR

Voluntary aided school

Roman Catholic

Pupils

236

Ages

3-11

FSM

30.1%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Apr 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

79.0%

Writing

69.0%

Maths

93.0%

RWM Combined

69.0%

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About St Columba's RC Primary School

St Columba's RC Primary School is a primary school in Bolton, Bolton. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 236 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Ripley Street, Bolton, BL2 3AR | More schools in Bolton

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Columba's RC Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Apr 2024 — Good
Sept 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about St Columba's RC Primary School

What is St Columba's RC Primary School's Ofsted rating?

St Columba's RC Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are St Columba's RC Primary School's latest exam results?

St Columba's RC Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is St Columba's RC Primary School located?

St Columba's RC Primary School is a primary school in Bolton, Bolton (BL2 3AR).

How many pupils attend St Columba's RC Primary School?

St Columba's RC Primary School has around 236 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St Columba's RC Primary School with other schools?

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