Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan
Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Anthony Cregan, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 92% 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 187th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 98 in Wigan.
Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan include Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Rounders, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir, Art Club.
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, Our Lady's RC Primary School 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 | Holly Road, Wigan, Wigan, WN2 1RU |
| Headteacher | Anthony Cregan |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.8% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (92%)
187th of 13,686
Nationally
28th of 2,065
In North West
3rd of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
92%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
92%
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
7Facilities 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
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan
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Contact Information
Holly Road, Wigan
Wigan, WN2 1RU
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