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2025 Best Primary Schools in Wigan Area

Find the perfect school for your child's future. Explore top primary and all-through schools across Wigan. Filter by Ofsted rating, faith, and features; compare options; and view on a map or by neighbourhood.

Top Primary Schools in Wigan

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State · Primary
#1WIGAN
#6England

Nicol Mere School

Roman Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8DF
Wigan council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
420 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School60 offers / 130 applications
Subscription: 2.2xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#2WIGAN
#50England

Standish St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary Academy

Rectory Lane, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0XB
Wigan council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
592 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School76 offers / 140 applications
Subscription: 1.8xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#3WIGAN
#194England

Woodfield Primary School, Wigan

Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN1 2NT
Wigan council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
211 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 103 applications
Subscription: 3.4xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#4WIGAN
#221England

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Wigan

Birchley Road, Billinge, Wigan, WN5 7QJ
St Helens council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
200 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School22 offers / 42 applications
Subscription: 1.9xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#5WIGAN
#578England

Orrell Newfold Community Primary School

St James Road, Orrell, Wigan, WN5 7BD
Wigan council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
456 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School57 offers / 111 applications
Subscription: 1.9xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#6WIGAN
#600England

Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, Parbold

Brandreth Drive, Parbold, Wigan, WN8 7HD
Lancashire council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
103 pupils
Mixed
2-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School13 offers / 40 applications
Subscription: 3.1xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#7WIGAN
#800England

St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School

Standishgate, Wigan, WN1 1XL
Wigan council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
210 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 98 applications
Subscription: 3.3xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#8WIGAN
#895England

Orrell Holgate Academy

Moor Road, Orrell, Wigan, WN5 8SJ
Wigan council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
204 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School20 offers / 73 applications
Subscription: 3.6xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#9WIGAN
#1,184England

St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell

St James Road, Orrell, Wigan, WN5 7AA
Wigan council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
385 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School40 offers / 103 applications
Subscription: 2.6xOversubscribed
No special features
Details

Map of Primary Schools in Wigan

Interactive map showing primary and all-through schools in Wigan. Uses the same markers and behaviour as the map page.

Neighbourhoods in Wigan

Abram is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#46St John's Church of England Primary School, AbramStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St John's Church of England Primary School, Abram#46
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Appley Bridge is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#34Appley Bridge All Saints Church of England Primary AcademyStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#54Shevington Vale Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Appley Bridge All Saints Church of England Primary Academy#34
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Shevington Vale Primary School#54
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Ashton-in-Makerfield is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1Nicol Mere SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#18St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#32St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School, WiganStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#33R L Hughes Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#51Bryn St Peter's CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#64St Thomas CofE Primary School, WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Nicol Mere School#1
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Wigan#18
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School, Wigan#32
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
R L Hughes Primary School#33
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Bryn St Peter's CofE Primary School#51
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
St Thomas CofE Primary School, Wigan#64
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Aspull is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#10Aspull Church Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of England & ProtestantGood
#16Our Lady's RC Primary School WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicOutstanding
Aspull Church Primary School#10
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England & Protestant
Ofsted: Good
Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan#16
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Outstanding

Beech Hill is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#36Beech Hill Community Primary School, WiganStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Beech Hill Community Primary School, Wigan#36
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Bickershaw is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#52Bickershaw CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Bickershaw CofE Primary School#52
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Billinge is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#4St Mary's Catholic Primary School, WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#23St Aidan's CofE Primary School BillingeStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandRequires Improvement
#39Billinge Chapel End Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Wigan#4
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge#23
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Requires Improvement
Billinge Chapel End Primary School#39
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Dalton is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/ADalton St Michael's Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Dalton St Michael's Church of England Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Garswood is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#42Garswood Primary and Nursery SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
Garswood Primary and Nursery School#42
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Goose Green is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#26St Paul's Church of England Primary School, WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Paul's Church of England Primary School, Wigan#26
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Haigh is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#21St David Haigh and Aspull CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St David Haigh and Aspull CofE Primary School#21
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Hindley is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#17Hindley Junior and Infant SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#19St Benedict's Catholic Primary School HindleyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#30St Peter's Church of England Primary School, HindleyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#41Castle Hill St Philip's CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#47Hindley All Saints CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Hindley Junior and Infant School#17
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley#19
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Hindley#30
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Castle Hill St Philip's CofE Primary School#41
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Hindley All Saints CofE Primary School#47
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Hindley Green is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#31St John's Church of England Primary School, Hindley GreenStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#50Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hindley GreenStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#53Hindley Green Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St John's Church of England Primary School, Hindley Green#31
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hindley Green#50
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Hindley Green Community Primary School#53
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Ince is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#25St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, WiganStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#61Ince CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Wigan#25
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Ince CofE Primary School#61
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Ince-in-Makerfield is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#45St William's Catholic Primary School, WiganStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St William's Catholic Primary School, Wigan#45
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Lower Ince is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#29Britannia Bridge Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Britannia Bridge Primary School#29
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Mab's Cross is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#40Mab's Cross Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Mab's Cross Primary School#40
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Marsh Green is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#63Marsh Green Primary School, WiganStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
Marsh Green Primary School, Wigan#63
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Marus Bridge is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#22Marus Bridge Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Marus Bridge Primary School#22
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

New Springs is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#13Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicOutstanding
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan#13
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Outstanding

Newburgh is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#27Newburgh Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandOutstanding
Newburgh Church of England Primary School#27
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Outstanding

Newtown is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#57St Mark's CofE Primary School, WiganStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Mark's CofE Primary School, Wigan#57
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Norley Hall is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#49St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan#49
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

North Ashton is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#65Rectory CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandRequires Improvement
Rectory CofE Primary School#65
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Orrell is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#5Orrell Newfold Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#8Orrell Holgate AcademyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#9St James' Catholic Primary School OrrellStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#28Orrell Lamberhead Green AcademyStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#58Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, WiganStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Orrell Newfold Community Primary School#5
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
Orrell Holgate Academy#8
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell#9
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Orrell Lamberhead Green Academy#28
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Wigan#58
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Parbold is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#6Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, ParboldStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedCatholicOutstanding
Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, Parbold#6
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Outstanding

Pemberton is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#43Highfield St Matthew's Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#59St John's CofE Primary School, WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#62Westfield Community SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Highfield St Matthew's Church of England Primary School#43
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
St John's CofE Primary School, Wigan#59
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Westfield Community School#62
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Platt Bridge is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#14Holy Family Catholic AcademyStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#44Platt Bridge Community SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#56St Mary's CofE Primary School, WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Holy Family Catholic Academy#14
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Platt Bridge Community School#44
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Wigan#56
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Poolstock is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3Woodfield Primary School, WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
Woodfield Primary School, Wigan#3
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Scholes is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#48St Catharine's CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Catharine's CofE Primary School#48
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Shevington is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#35Millbrook Primary School, WiganStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#38St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, WiganStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Millbrook Primary School, Wigan#35
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Wigan#38
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Springfield is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#67Wigan St Andrew's CofE Junior and Infant SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandRequires Improvement
Wigan St Andrew's CofE Junior and Infant School#67
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Standish is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#2Standish St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandOutstanding
#12Wood Fold Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#20St Marie's Catholic Primary School StandishStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicOutstanding
Standish St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary Academy#2
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Outstanding
Wood Fold Primary School#12
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish#20
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Outstanding

Standish Lower Ground is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#60Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary School#60
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Whelley is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#37Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and NurseryStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery#37
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Wigan Town Centre is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#7St Mary and St John Catholic Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicOutstanding
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School#7
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Outstanding

Winstanley is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#15St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, WiganStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#24Winstanley Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Wigan#15
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Winstanley Community Primary School#24
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Worsley Mesnes is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#11St Jude's Catholic Primary School WiganStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#55Wigan Worsley Mesnes Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#66St James' Church of England Primary School, WiganStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan#11
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Wigan Worsley Mesnes Community Primary School#55
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St James' Church of England Primary School, Wigan#66
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Wrightington is a popular residential pocket within the Wigan area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Wigan and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#68St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, WrightingtonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
N/AWrightington Mossy Lea Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington#68
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Wrightington Mossy Lea Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

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