Winstanley Community Primary School
Wigan, WN3 6JP · Wigan · primary school
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15th 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 4,240 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1/10 among them, against 6.8/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Winstanley Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 14.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1 out of 10 among them, against 6.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 440 pupils against a stated capacity of 475. 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 working towards the higher standard? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Outstanding rating in day-to-day teaching?
What Ofsted said about Winstanley Community Primary School
Overview
Winstanley Community Primary School continues to be an outstanding school, providing an "exceptional education" where pupils are happy and feel welcome. The report highlights a "well-ordered and highly ambitious curriculum" that allows children to build knowledge securely, supported by staff who are confident in their teaching and deeply committed to pupil success.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "particularly well-ordered," with careful consideration of what pupils need to know and the sequence of teaching, ensuring they "progress well."
- Teachers receive "high-quality training," enabling them to explain new learning clearly and quickly address misconceptions so pupils can build on existing understanding.
- There are "highly effective systems" to identify additional needs, ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive "well-tailored support" to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Pupils develop a "love of reading" through targeted phonics help and incentives, becoming "confident, fluent readers" who understand their texts.
- A "vast array of opportunities" beyond the academic curriculum, such as clubs and enrichment activities, supports pupils’ wider development and prepares them for life in modern Britain.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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