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Hardy Mill Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Hardy Mill Primary School is a community primary school in Bolton , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 319 pupils, and a capacity of 356 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

319

Pupils

356

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Hardy Mill Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Hardy Mill Primary School is set by Bolton and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 90% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bolton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Hardy Mill Primary School — School Information

Full address
Hardy Mill Road, Harwood, Bolton, BL2 4EF
Local authority
Bolton
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
8.3% of pupils
DfE URN
105189

Other Primary Schools in Bolton

If Hardy Mill Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bolton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hardy Mill Primary School

Is Hardy Mill Primary School oversubscribed?

Hardy Mill Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 356 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hardy Mill Primary School?

Admission to Hardy Mill Primary School is managed by Bolton. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Hardy Mill Primary School cover?

Hardy Mill Primary School is a primary school in Bolton, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hardy Mill Primary School?

Hardy Mill Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.