Mytham Primary School

A good community school school in Bolton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Mytham Primary School.

Bolton, BL31JG Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

52

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
55.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 65.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
37.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 2.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
15 February 2012
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Mytham Road
Little Lever
Bolton, BL31JG
Phone
1204333556
Website
mytham.bolton.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
105190
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Mytham Road, Little Lever, Bolton, BL3 1JG
Website
http://www.mytham.bolton.sch.uk
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
452 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
368
Free School Meals
20.8% (77 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.9% (7 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.3%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
9.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
65.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
2.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
104.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
9.9 (7.6 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 105.0
2023 103.0 105.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
23 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
46
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
368 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+0.5 per year)

Up 0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Mytham …More than Just a school !"

Instil a 'Pride in being British' and teach our pupils values to enable them to be respectful citizens in modern Britain; tolerance, respect, cooperation, appreciation and responsibility. Promote community cohesion and good citizenship, equipping children for their future role in a diverse society Create a happy, nurturing, safe environment where all are trusted, respected and valued. Provide a stimulating environment which enables students to be active, enquiring participants in their learning Deliver a personalised and creative curriculum which inspires and enables pupils to achieve their potential Cultivate a 'can do' culture where confidence and positive self esteem are valued Have developed in our students the skills of self evaluation and personal target setting Give pupils opportunities to communicate, listen and collaborate with each other enhancing their ability to forge strong relationships Work in partnership with children, their families, governors, extended services and develop links in the community. Help pupils understand and have respect for the school environment and local community. Promote healthy living including informed choices about diet and exercise Identify children’s gifts and talents and encourage them to follow their interests Have given pupils an insight into the world of work and raised their aspirations for the future. ‘Mytham …More than Just a school ! ’

Pupils learn about different religions and beliefs and have a secure understanding of fundamental British values, for example, democracy and individual liberty.

Head Teacher's Message

The headteacher's message describes Mytham as a thriving, welcoming school with a bespoke Mytham Way, focus on wellbeing and equality, and a curriculum that engages with the local community; it highlights that Mytham aims to be 'The best that they can be' and invites tours/open days.

Curriculum Highlights

Art and Design Computing Cultural Capital at Mytham Design Technology English Forest School & Outdoor Learning Geography Global Citizenship History Mathematics Modern Foreign Languages Music Personal Development Physical Activity Religious Education Science

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