Lever Edge Primary Academy

A good academy converter school in Bolton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Lever Edge Primary Academy.

Bolton, BL33HP Ofsted: Good Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

67

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
65.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 77.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
63.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 13.0%
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
7 March 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Lever Edge Lane
Bolton, BL33HP
Phone
1204333679
Website
leveredgeprimaryacademy.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136395
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Lever Edge Lane, Bolton, BL3 3HP
Website
www.leveredgeprimaryacademy.co.uk
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
LEVER EDGE PRIMARY ACADEMY
Capacity
450 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
534
Free School Meals
30.2% (161 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.6% (14 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.2%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
12.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
77.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
13.0%
Reading Score:
106.0
Maths Score:
107.0
Grammar Score:
109.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
77.0 (+18.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
12.4 (5.1 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 107.0 106.0
2023 106.0 105.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
53
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
534 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.0 per year)

Up 1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Nurture, Grow, Succeed"

Respect Tolerance and Peace Equality Integrity and Compassion Democracy Including Freedom of Speech Truth and Justice - The Rule of Law Forgiveness and Mercy Individual Liberty - Freedom Under Law

Lever Edge Primary Academy promotes British Values and inclusion, reflecting democracy, respect for different faiths, equality and the rights of the child. It teaches through PSHE, Faiths and Ethics and assemblies, celebrates major faiths, and encourages understanding and acceptance of differences.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Lever Edge Primary Academy. Our mission is to nurture and raise the aspirations, achievements and life chances of every pupil; we want all children to grow into confident, resilient lifelong learners who can achieve their full potential and lead happy, healthy and fulfilled lives, contributing positively to our community.

Extracurriculars

Sports

PE

Facilities

Thrive Hive Discovery Den The Sensory Room The Haven (SEN Unit) Large sports hall

Curriculum Highlights

National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Curriculum High priority on teaching reading, writing and maths daily Wide range of opportunities including visits from artists/authors and trips to Blackpool Zoo, Pendle Hill, the theatre and the seaside After-school clubs in computing, gymnastics, swimming, cookery, art or Forest School History, Geography and Faith and Ethics taught discreetly; specialist teaching in Music, Computing, Spanish and PE

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

SEND Provision

The Haven (two-classroom SEN Unit) provides tailored support; Thrive Hive, Discovery Den and the Sensory Room offer targeted interventions and sensory support for pupils with additional needs.

Admissions Criteria

Bolton Council coordinates admissions for all schools in the Bolton Metropolitan Borough. The Academy will admit children with statements of SEN or Education Health and Care Plans named. When applications exceed places, decisions follow the Admissions Policy priorities. Applications can be made online, and there is an appeals process. The offer day for Reception places is 16 April 2026.

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