How many state-funded options are listed in Wigan?

This page currently lists 68 state-funded schools in Wigan. The exact total can change as official data and school status updates are refreshed.

How are state primary schools in Wigan ranked?

We rank schools using KS2 attainment, inspection outcomes, and wider school data so you can compare more than just a single headline measure. Use the filters and map to narrow the list further.

Does this page include academies and maintained primary schools in Wigan?

Yes. The state category is based on the underlying sector value in our database, so it can include academies, maintained schools, and other state-funded institutions within this primary schools group.

Best State Primary Schools in Wigan

Browse state-funded primary and all-through schools using the same ranking and map tools as the main hub. This page currently lists 68 schools in Wigan. Schools featured here include Nicol Mere School, Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, Parbold and Orrell Newfold Community Primary School.

Top schools in Wigan

Showing 1-20 of 68 schools

Nicol Mere School
Ashton-in-Makerfield
Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, Parbold
Parbold
Orrell Newfold Community Primary School
Orrell
Woodfield Primary School
Poolstock
St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish
Standish
Standish St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary Academy
Standish
Newburgh Church of England Primary School
Newburgh
Holy Family RC Primary School, New Springs, Wigan
New Springs
Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan
Aspull
Wood Fold Primary School
Standish
Orrell Lamberhead Green Academy
Orrell
Garswood Primary and Nursery School
Garswood
Winstanley Community Primary School
Winstanley
Hindley Junior and Infant School
Hindley
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School
Wigan Town Centre
St David Haigh and Aspull CofE Primary School
Haigh
Marus Bridge Primary School
Marus Bridge
St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell
Orrell
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Wigan
Winstanley
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley
Hindley