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St Thomas of Canterbury RC School

Eastbourne Grove, Heaton, Bolton, BL1 5LH

A Good-rated primary school in Bolton where 52% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Voluntary aided school
Roman Catholic
Pupils
415
Ages
4-11
FSM
14.9%
Capacity
420
Ofsted
Good
Jul 2014

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
67.0%
Writing
72.0%
Maths
87.0%
RWM Combined
52.0%

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About St Thomas of Canterbury RC School

St Thomas of Canterbury RC School is a primary school in Bolton, Bolton. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2014 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 52% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 415 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Eastbourne Grove, Bolton, BL1 5LH | More schools in Bolton

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Thomas of Canterbury RC School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Oct 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Jul 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Thomas of Canterbury RC School

What is St Thomas of Canterbury RC School's Ofsted rating?
St Thomas of Canterbury RC School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2014 inspection.
What are St Thomas of Canterbury RC School's latest exam results?
St Thomas of Canterbury RC School: KS2 2024/25: 52% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is St Thomas of Canterbury RC School located?
St Thomas of Canterbury RC School is a primary school in Bolton, Bolton (BL1 5LH).
How many pupils attend St Thomas of Canterbury RC School?
St Thomas of Canterbury RC School has around 415 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare St Thomas of Canterbury RC School with other schools?
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