Garrett Hall Primary School
117%
Capacity
498
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Garrett Hall Primary School
Garrett Hall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 498 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 427 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Tracy Beaty, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3678th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 98 in Wigan.
Garrett Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 194 applications for 89 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 105 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Garrett Hall Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Coding, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Garrett Hall 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Garrett Lane, Manchester, Wigan, M29 7EY |
| Headteacher | Tracy Beaty |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 498 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 498 / 427 (117% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3678th of 13,686
Nationally
519th of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
194
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
105 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Garrett Lane, Manchester
Wigan, M29 7EY
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