St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton — Primary School in Bolton

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St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton

Bolton, BL7 9HT

172 Pupils

210 Capacity

5–11 Age Range

12.80% FSM %

77 Boys

95 Girls

About St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton

St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 5–11 based in Bolton, North West. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Roman Catholic character.

It has 172 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Lesley Jackson.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Bolton or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Bolton
Region	North West
Administrative District	Bolton
Parliamentary Constituency	Bolton North East
Ward	Bromley Cross
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10070776
URN	105249
Data Last Updated	28-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Amy Cowen	Chair of Governors	19/12/2022	18/12/2026	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mr Guy Drabble	Governor	18/09/2024	17/09/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Rebecca Green	Governor	12/12/2024	11/12/2028	Elected by parents
Mrs Alison Howarth	Governor	11/09/2023	10/09/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Lesley Jackson	Governor	01/05/2016	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Sonya May	Governor	01/09/2021	31/08/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Sonia May	Governor	01/09/2025	31/08/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Stephen McArdle	Governor	25/06/2024	24/06/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr John McGowan	Governor	04/10/2022	03/10/2026	Elected by school staff
Mr Matthew Parkinson	Governor	26/06/2023	25/06/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Fr Alfred Rebello	Governor	26/01/2020	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr James Stone	Governor	06/07/2022	05/07/2026	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton?

St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Bolton, Bolton.

How many pupils does St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton have?

St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton has 172 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton?

St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton caters for pupils aged 5 to 11.

Is St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton a faith school?

Yes, St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton?

The Headteacher at St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton is Mrs Lesley Jackson.

Where is St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton located?

St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton is at Darwen Road, Bromley Cross, Bolton, BL7 9HT, in the Bolton local authority, North West.

Does St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton currently open?

St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Lesley Jackson

Darwen Road, Bromley Cross, Bolton, BL7 9HT

01204333440

www.st-johns-bromley-cross.bolton.sch.uk/

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 105249

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026