Clevelands Prep School
School summary
A small independent prep in Bolton, Clevelands takes children from age two through to eleven, with a roll of around 159. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of "excellent" for both education quality and pupils' personal development, and the school met all compliance requirements. Mixed and non-denominational, it offers a close-knit setting where the modest size allows staff to know each child well.
Where every mark matters.
Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 16 September 2025
Teaching & academics
The ISI's "excellent" judgement points to consistently high standards in teaching and learning. With a small roll, classes are likely to be intimate, supporting individual attention as pupils progress towards the 11+ stage. Around 2.5 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, a relatively low proportion that suggests a fairly settled cohort.
Head · Mrs Dawn Critchley
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 2.52%
- EHC plans
- 0.63%
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A small, all-through prep with top ISI marks for both academics and character. Well suited to families wanting a nurturing start to 11+ preparation under Head Mrs Dawn Critchley.
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Clevelands Prep School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.