All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan
118%
Capacity
247
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan
All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 247 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Rachael Griffiths, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9367th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 76th out of 98 in Wigan.
All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Cross Country, Tennis, as well as clubs including Choir, Eco Club, Book Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hazel Grove, Warrington, Wigan, WA3 3LU |
| Headteacher | Rachael Griffiths |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 247 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.9% |
| School Capacity | 247 / 210 (118% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9367th of 13,686
Nationally
1353rd of 2,065
In North West
76th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
65 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan
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Contact Information
Hazel Grove, Warrington
Wigan, WA3 3LU
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