Hindsford CofE Primary School
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Hindsford CofE Primary School
Hindsford CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Elaine Holden, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2147th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 98 in Wigan.
Hindsford CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Hindsford CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (39 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hindsford CofE Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Hindsford CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Lodge Road, Manchester, Wigan, M46 9BL |
| Headteacher | Elaine Holden |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.8% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2147th of 13,686
Nationally
287th of 2,065
In North West
22nd of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
39 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hindsford CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Lodge Road, Manchester
Wigan, M46 9BL
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