Wigan Worsley Mesnes Community Primary School
Wigan, WN3 5HN · Wigan · primary school
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67th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.1/10 against 1,986 of them, against 3.6/10 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 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wigan Worsley Mesnes Community 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%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 8.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 231 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific clubs or trips are available this term?
What Ofsted said about Wigan Worsley Mesnes Community Primary School
Overview
Wigan Worsley Mesnes Community Primary School continues to be a good school. Pupils are described as ‘very happy’ in this nurturing environment, where they ‘thoroughly enjoy learning’ and achieve well, including those with special educational needs. The school fosters strong relationships and high expectations, with leaders ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all.
Strengths
- Leaders have developed a ‘well-devised and ambitious curriculum’ tailored to the local area, with teachers using strong subject knowledge to clarify misconceptions.
- Staff are ‘experts in teaching early reading’, ensuring consistency in phonics instruction so most pupils learn to read with ‘accuracy, fluency and confidence’.
- Positive relationships are built on ‘praise and humour’, resulting in calm, orderly classrooms where staff skilfully manage behaviour.
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of cultural, artistic, and sporting activities, including playing musical instruments and participating in ‘rarer sports such as orienteering’.
- Leaders are ‘very approachable’ and considerate of staff workload and well-being, contributing to a supportive professional environment.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers must ensure they develop effective strategies to help pupils retain essential knowledge over time, preventing the need to reteach content.
- Leaders should ensure consistent implementation of the SMSC policy and PSHE programme so all pupils gain greater awareness of the diverse faiths and cultures in modern Britain.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders and staff maintaining a ‘very vigilant community’ and a ‘strong culture of safeguarding’ to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 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
—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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