Lowton West Primary School
103%
Capacity
431
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Lowton West Primary School
Lowton West Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 431 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Lowton West Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jeanette Westhead, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4358th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 98 in Wigan.
Lowton West Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 154 applications for 60 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
Lowton West Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 11 parents).
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 West Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Netball, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Lowton West 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Slag Lane, Warrington, Wigan, WA3 2ED |
| Headteacher | Jeanette Westhead |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 431 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.2% |
| School Capacity | 431 / 420 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4358th of 13,686
Nationally
628th of 2,065
In North West
36th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
70%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
154
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lowton West Primary School
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Contact Information
Slag Lane, Warrington
Wigan, WA3 2ED
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