Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan
95%
Capacity
133
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 133 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 140 places).
the school is led by headteacher Stephen Gallagher, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 301st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 98 in Wigan.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 17 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Longfield Street, Wigan, Wigan, WN2 1EL |
| Headteacher | Stephen Gallagher |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 133 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.8% |
| School Capacity | 133 / 140 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (25 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
301st of 13,686
Nationally
49th of 2,065
In North West
5th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
90%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed17
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% 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, New Springs, Wigan
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Contact Information
Longfield Street, Wigan
Wigan, WN2 1EL
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