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Bolton School Girls' Division

Bolton, Bolton, North West · BL1 4PB

Part of the long-established Bolton School foundation, the Girls' Division offers an independent, non-denominational education to around 180 pupils, with entry at age 11. Inspected by the ISI rather than Ofsted, it draws families looking for a single-sex setting in the heart of Bolton. Day fees run to £12,024 a year, placing it firmly in the fee-paying bracket. A firm mobile phone policy, with handsets handed in during the day, signals a focus on attention and presence in the classroom.

180

Pupils

£12,024

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender
Girls
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
180
Location
Bolton, Bolton, North West
Website
www.boltonschool.org/seniorgirls

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Headteacher Helen Holt

Latest results

Attainment 8

55.2

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

0%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Academic results sit comfortably above the national picture, with an Attainment 8 score of 55.2 against a national average of 46.9. That gap suggests pupils make strong progress across their GCSE subjects. Entry at 11 is selective, and the school suits families seeking an academically stretching environment.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
Non-denom
Boarding
No

Mobile phone policy

Hand phones in

Money matters

Day fees (per year)
£12,024

The last word

A selective, academically strong girls' school with results well ahead of the national average. Best suited to families ready for the commitment that independent fees and an 11+ entry require.

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Bolton School Girls' Division 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Bolton School Girls' Division located?

Bolton School Girls' Division is located at Chorley New Road, Bolton, BL1 4PB.

What type of school is Bolton School Girls' Division?

Bolton School Girls' Division is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.

How many pupils attend Bolton School Girls' Division?

Bolton School Girls' Division has approximately 180 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.