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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- 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.