What is the best primary school in Bury?

On our composite score, Chantlers Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Bury, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Bury?

There are 55 primary schools in Bury with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Bury ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Bury?

Applications for Reception places in Bury starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Bury

Compare 55 top-rated primary schools in Bury, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Chantlers Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Chantlers Primary School vs Greenhill Primary School

The best primary schools in Bury

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Chantlers Primary School

Greenhill Primary School

Emmanuel Holcombe Church of England Primary School

Yesoiday Hatorah Boys Academy

Sunny Bank Primary School

Yesoiday Hatorah Girls Academy

Gorsefield Primary School

Radcliffe Hall Church of England Methodist Primary School

Mersey Drive Community Primary School

Bury and Whitefield Jewish Primary School

St Thomas Church of England Primary School

St Hilda's Church of England Primary School

Holy Trinity Primary School

Christ Church CofE Primary School

Hollins Grundy Primary School

St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Radcliffe

St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich

East Ward Community Primary School

St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom

Unsworth Primary School

St Luke's CofE Primary School

St Margaret's Church of England Primary School

Elton Community Primary School

Wesley Methodist Primary School

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