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 OUR VALUES:   CURIOSITY |   KINDNESS  |   RESILIENCE  

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School is offering a number of Nursery Open Mornings for parents that wish to look around the setting. These are Tuesday 3rd February 2026 9.00-10.00 and Thursday 7th May 9.00-10.00. Please contact the main office on 01942 634734 to add your name to the attendee list.

Welcome to The Gates Primary School

 

At The Gates Primary School, we are proud to be an inclusive community where every child belongs, thrives and succeeds. Guided by our vision: "Unlocking Success through Curiosity, Kindness and Resilience," we are committed to ensuring that every child feels valued, respected and supported to achieve their personal best, regardless of their starting point or any barriers they may face.

Our ambitious, inclusive and enriching curriculum inspires curiosity and a love of learning, encourages children to think deeply, explore new ideas and develop the knowledge, skills and character needed for future success.

Through kindness, we foster a nurturing culture built on strong relationships, mutual respect and a genuine sense of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and every member of our school community feels welcome. Through resilience, we empower children to embrace challenge, persevere through setbacks and develop the confidence to succeed both in school and beyond. Together with our families and wider community, we create a safe, aspirational and supportive environment where children are encouraged to discover their strengths, celebrate one another's successes and flourish as confident, compassionate and responsible citizens.

Visitors regularly comment on the unique atmosphere of our school and how we feel like one large family. We warmly invite you to come and see The Gates in action and discover what makes our school such a special place to learn, grow and succeed.

Mr Doherty
Headteacher


 

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School Attainment

SCHOOL ATTAINMENT

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Prospectus

PROSPECTUS

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Governors

GOVERNORS

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Health & Wellbeing

WELLBEING & INCLUSION

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GROWTH  |  ACHIEVEMENT  |  TEAMWORK  |  ENJOYMENT  |  SUCCESS

 

 

Upcoming Events

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September
Y5 Swimming 1.30-2.30
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September
Y5 Swimming 1.30-2.30
08
September
UKS2 Parent Welcome Meeting 3.00-3.15
09
September
Y5 Swimming 1.30-2.30
09
September
LKS2 Parent Welcome Meeting 3.00-3.15
10
September
Y5 Swimming 1.30-2.30
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Get in Touch!

The Gates Primary School
Bristle Hall Way, Westhoughton, Bolton BL5 3QA

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Tel: 01942 634734

Email: office@thegates.bolton.sch.uk

 

School scene photography provided by:  slatermaisie10@gmail.com  and Instagram @mslaterphotographs

Staff photographs and additional school scene photography by: Instagram- @sidrichardsphoto

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