Holy Family Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Holy Family Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Roberts, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7897th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 98 in Wigan.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 12 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Family Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Book Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Holy Family Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Kendal Road, Worsley, Manchester, Wigan, M28 1AG |
| Headteacher | Clare Roberts |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.8% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7897th of 13,686
Nationally
1121st of 2,065
In North West
64th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Kendal Road, Worsley, Manchester
Wigan, M28 1AG
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