Bolton · BL1 3EH
Al-Huda Primary School & Little Gems is a small, Islamic-ethos day preparatory school serving ages 3–11 in Bolton. With 141 pupils and an emphasis on moral and spiritual development alongside academic learning, it positions itself as a partnership between school, families and community. The school operates extended hours and offers after-school enrichment activities including scientific experiments.
Who thrives here
Families seeking an Islamic-centred education with emphasis on moral and spiritual development; parents valuing small, close-knit settings and partnership-based approach to child development.
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3 Hennon Street
Bolton
BL1 3EH
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Al-Huda Primary School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Al-Huda Primary School is a day school in Bolton and does not offer boarding.
Ofsted rated Al-Huda Primary School “Good” (2024).
Frequently praised
✓Strong Islamic values integration and moral/spiritual development
✓Small class sizes enabling individual attention and personalised learning
✓Dedicated, partnership-focused staff and governance
✓Safe, supportive learning environment emphasising self-belief
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted—limited independent assurance of quality and safeguarding standards available
!Limited co-curricular and sporting facilities detail suggests modest resource base for a primary school
!Small pupil cohort (141 across ages 3–11) may limit peer diversity and activity breadth