Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan
Wigan, WN2 1RU · Wigan · primary school
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5th of 97 primary schools in Wigan we can score, 99 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 — 9.6/10 against 4,035 of them, against 9.3/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 31.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.46 |
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's RC Primary School Wigan overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 31.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2023. 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 (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Cooking, Lego, MFL, Choir, Eco & Laudato Si, RRSA, Art & Craft, and Red Tiger Karate clubs. Sports include football, rugby, netball, cricket, dance, and athletics. Music lessons cover piano, flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, tenor horn, cornets, and guitar. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 208 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 curriculum support pupils who reach the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the Red Tiger Karate club?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan
Overview
The report confirms that Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan "continues to be an outstanding school." It describes a setting where pupils "positively flourish" in a "nurturing and caring environment," supported by leaders with "very highest aspirations" for academic achievement and behaviour. The inspection highlights a "highly connected curriculum" and strong community links, noting that staff work tirelessly to ensure pupils are happy and safe.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "exceptionally well-designed and highly ambitious," expanding pupils’ minds and preparing them "extremely well for life in modern Britain."
- Teachers possess "excellent subject knowledge" and use assessment information "extremely well" to address misconceptions, ensuring pupils build a "strong body of knowledge."
- Reading is taught particularly well, with "highly effective and timely support" helping struggling pupils catch up and become "confident and fluent readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "thrive," achieving "extremely well" through carefully adapted teaching.
- Staff and governors are highly committed, with governors being "very considerate of staff workload and well-being."
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff having "extremely strong links" with external agencies to provide timely support and being well placed to spot changes in pupil behaviour.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 88% |
| 2023/24 | 92% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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