Lowton Junior and Infant School
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Lowton Junior and Infant School
Lowton Junior and Infant School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Lowton Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Sutcliffe, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8227th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 68th out of 98 in Wigan.
Lowton Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 30 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Lowton Junior and Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 62% recommending the school (37 responses).
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 Lowton Junior and Infant School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Rounders, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Lowton Junior and Infant 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 | None |
| Address | Newton Road, Warrington, Wigan, WA3 2AW |
| Headteacher | Joanne Sutcliffe |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.7% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8227th of 13,686
Nationally
1177th of 2,065
In North West
68th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
37 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lowton Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
Newton Road, Warrington
Wigan, WA3 2AW
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