Chowbent Primary School

About Chowbent Primary School

Chowbent Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 142 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Chowbent Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Randle, it falls under Wigan local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4413th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 98 in Wigan.

Chowbent Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 27 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.

Chowbent Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (39 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 Chowbent Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Dance, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Chowbent Primary School 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.

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