St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
Wigan, WN4 9AZ · Wigan · primary school
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85th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,670 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0/10 among them, against 1.8/10 nationally. 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0 out of 10 among them, against 1.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 242 pupils against a stated capacity of 330. 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 are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available during the after-school club for homework or reading?
What Ofsted said about St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "vibrant school full of pupils who enjoy learning." Leaders have prioritised curriculum development, creating an "ambitious curriculum" that helps pupils deepen their understanding over time. The school fosters a calm, purposeful environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and proud of their achievements.
Strengths
- Pupils are "happy and they feel safe," with leaders taking "swift action to address any rare incidents of bullying."
- The curriculum is delivered well, particularly in mathematics and reading, where leaders ensure pupils "build their knowledge and skills securely over time."
- Staff have "secure subject knowledge" and address gaps in pupils’ learning swiftly, ensuring progress builds on prior understanding.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported to access the "same ambitious curriculum as their classmates."
- Leaders’ investment in mental health has made a "big difference," helping pupils develop strategies to manage their feelings.
Areas to improve
- In a "very small number of subjects," leaders have not made key knowledge clear enough to teachers, hindering checks on earlier learning. Leaders should ensure teachers are clear about the "building blocks of pupils’ knowledge" in these areas.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring staff are "well trained and vigilant" and working closely with external agencies to support pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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