About us:

Bolton School Boys' Division is a prominent independent day school situated in Greater Manchester, close to the border with Lancashire. It's known for its long and distinguished history of providing an outstanding all-round education. The school sets high aspirations for its students and creates an enriching environment to help them achieve their full potential​​​​.

The school is led by Head Nic Ford and caters to boys aged 11 to 18, including a linked junior school. It is a mainstream independent school with a total enrolment of 1,174 pupils, of which 228 are sixth formers. Despite being a day school with no boarding facilities, it offers a comprehensive educational experience, underlined by a strong commitment to academic excellence, outstanding facilities set in 32 acres of grounds, and an outdoor pursuits center in the Lake District. Bolton School Boys' Division is also known for its robust extra-curricular and pastoral programs, ensuring a well-rounded development for its students​​​​.

The school's dedication to excellence is reflected in its recent inspection reports. In December 2016, the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) awarded the Boys' Division the top mark of ‘excellent’ in every category. Additionally, the school successfully passed a compliance report in 2019, further reinforcing its reputation as one of the North's pre-eminent schools​​.

Head's name:Mr Nic Ford (Head of Boys’ Division )

Day fees per term:£3,632 to £4,544

Scholarships & bursaries: Available

Day/boarding type:Day

Gender profile:Boys only

Size:1174

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