The Best Schools In Bolton Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Bolton. These top schools near Bolton are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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✔ Compare all schools in Bolton and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Bolton School Boys' Division

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Our number one ranked school in Bolton based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Bolton School Boys' Division.

Pupils
1151
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
Other independent school
2

Bolton School Girls' Division

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Bolton School Girls' Division is ranked second in Bolton based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1040
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
3

Canon Slade School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Bolton based on our authoritative ranking is Canon Slade School.

Pupils
1753
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
4

Turton School

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The school ranked at number four in our Bolton league table is Turton School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1619
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
5

Thornleigh Salesian College

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Our number five ranked school in Bolton based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Thornleigh Salesian College.

Pupils
1570
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school

Top 5 best performing schools in Bolton and their catchment areas in Bolton ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Bolton School Boys' Division
  • Bolton School Girls' Division
  • Canon Slade School
  • Turton School
  • Thornleigh Salesian College

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