St John's Church of England Primary School, Abram
Wigan, WN2 5QE · Wigan · primary school
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79th 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 — 2.4/10 against 3,141 of them, against 2.8/10 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 | 51.0 · 21 | 40% | 0.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John's Church of England Primary School, Abram overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 51.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 274 pupils against a stated capacity of 245. 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
What support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How does the school plan to improve attainment in the coming year?
What Ofsted said about St John's Church of England Primary School, Abram
Overview
St John’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "deep commitment by staff and leaders to pupils achieving everything they are capable of." The inspection found that pupils enjoy a "welcoming and nurturing environment" and are "prepared well for the next stage in their education."
Strengths
- The school’s ‘Dream’ curriculum is "ambitious for all pupils," with reading being "central" to learning; pupils are becoming "confident, fluent readers."
- Staff have "high expectations for pupils’ behaviour," fostering "warm, caring relationships" where bullying is "dealt with successfully."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and receive "effective support" to study the same curriculum as their classmates.
- Leaders have established an "open, supportive culture" where staff feel valued, supported with workload, and exhibit a "strong team spirit."
- Pupils demonstrate respect and tolerance, understanding British values and developing leadership responsibilities through various councils.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should fully embed the new curriculum to ensure pupils have sufficient opportunities to "build up their learning over time" and make links between subjects.
- Leaders must ensure teachers plan activities that successfully support learning in the few subjects where current activities do not fully promote intended outcomes.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture of safeguarding" where staff are well trained, vigilant, and make timely referrals when needed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 51% |
| 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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