Lowton Church of England High School
96%
Capacity
819
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Lowton Church of England High School
Lowton Church of England High School is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 819 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 850 places).
Ofsted has rated Lowton Church of England High School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Galbraith, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.17 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 44.9. Additionally, ranked 1932nd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 19 in Wigan.
Lowton Church of England High School is a popular choice with families — it received 338 applications for 145 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 117 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lowton Church of England High School include Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre, Sports Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Swimming Pool, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis and 4 more, as well as clubs including Young Enterprise, Chess, Book Club, Choir and 4 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.9%, which is above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Wigan, Lowton Church of England High 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Newton Road, Warrington, Wigan, WA3 1DU |
| Headteacher | Jane Galbraith |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 819 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.9% |
| School Capacity | 819 / 850 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.17)
1932nd of 3,141
Nationally
226th of 445
In North West
8th of 19
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
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
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed145
338
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
117 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lowton Church of England High School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Newton Road, Warrington
Wigan, WA3 1DU
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