Newburgh Church of England Primary School
Wigan, WN8 7XB · Lancashire · primary school
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45th of 448 primary schools in Lancashire we can score, 481 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 92.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.93 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Newburgh Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in June 2024. In 2024/25, 92.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%.
Getting in
The published school roll is 106 pupils against a stated capacity of 130. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who meet the expected standard to help them progress to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to bridge the gap between the 92.0% expected standard and the 0.0% higher standard? How does the school maintain its Outstanding rating while addressing this disparity in attainment?
What Ofsted said about Newburgh Church of England Primary School
Overview
Newburgh Church of England Primary School is described as a "vibrant, village school" where pupils "thoroughly enjoy" attending. The report highlights an "ambitious and well-ordered curriculum" that enables all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to achieve "remarkably well." Leaders and governors provide "highly effective challenge and support," fostering a culture where staff feel valued and pupils are "happy at school."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "carefully mapped out," ensuring pupils develop a "deep body of knowledge" across subjects.
- Staff deliver a "well-organised phonics programme with expertise," resulting in most pupils becoming "fluent, accurate readers."
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, being "polite and well mannered" with high attendance rates.
- The school offers a "vast array of enrichment activities," such as fencing and photography clubs, which pupils "delight in."
- Pupils with SEND are identified quickly and receive "highly effective support" to access the same "broad and exceptional curriculum" as their peers.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 92% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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