Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, Parbold
Wigan, WN8 7HD · Lancashire · primary school
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2nd 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.9/10 against 2,795 of them, against 9.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 100.0 · 100 | 40% | 3.99 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 29.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.44 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, Parbold overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 100.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 29.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.9 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in June 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Ukelele, SATs Club, Lego, Ocarina / Recorder, Craft, Scooting Stars, and Outdoor and Adventurous Activities. Sports include Rounders and Athletics. Trips feature an overnight outdoor excursion, a 5-day residential at Tower Wood, and a Class 3 visit to Rock and River. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 106 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 do not reach the higher standard? What specific activities are included in the 5-day residential at Tower Wood? How are places allocated if demand exceeds the 140 available spots?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, Parbold
Overview
The report describes an environment where pupils receive an "exceptional education" and "flourish in this happy school." Leaders have established a "rich and ambitious curriculum" that flows seamlessly from early years to Year 6, ensuring high standards of achievement and behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, being "courteous, and considerate of staff and each other."
- The curriculum is "rich and ambitious," with "no limit to what pupils can achieve," and precisely identifies key knowledge.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "achieve extremely well" through "carefully considered adaptations."
- Reading is "central to the school’s curriculum," with staff expertly delivering phonics so "almost all pupils become confident, accurate readers by the end of Year 2."
- Assessment information is used "highly effectively" to quickly address misconceptions, enabling pupils to "build secure subject knowledge."
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 93% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 100% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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