Rivington Foundation Primary School
Horrobin Lane, Rivington, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 7SEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Rivington Foundation Primary School is a primary school in Bolton for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 692 schools in Lancashire. It ranks 28th of 86 primary schools in Bolton. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2020.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 28 January 2020, report published 13 February 2020
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 7 January 2025
Pupils thrive at this welcoming and inclusive school. They told inspectors that attending the school is like being part of one big family. Pupils enjoy exceptionally warm and nurturing relationships with adults who know them well. They said that they feel happy. They know that there is always an adult available to help them if they are ever worried. The school sets no limit to what pupils can achieve. It is highly ambitious for pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils rise to this challenge, typically achieving exceptionally well across the curriculum. This is also true for children in the early years, who are incredibly well prepared for Year 1 and beyond. Pupils behave impeccably. They pride themselves on showing respect and kindness towards others. For example, pupils spontaneously applaud their classmates' successes and older pupils befriend their younger peers. Pupils learn to be well-rounded and responsible members of the school community. They enjoy the wide range of experiences that staff organise to bring the curriculum to life. These opportunities include trips around the local area and an exciting residential trip to London. This trip aims to broaden pupils' awareness of the diversity of the world around them.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
14 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
109 pupils on roll, with places for 105
Schools near Rivington Foundation Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
| Anderton Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 58% met the expected standard |
| Adlington St Paul's Church of England Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
| Beacon Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 36% met the expected standard |
| Adlington Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Foundation school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Sarah Elaine Annette
- Phone
- 01204696951
- Address
- Horrobin Lane, Rivington, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 7SE
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- URN
- 119509
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.