Parkland Primary School South Wigston
91%
Capacity
548
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Parkland Primary School South Wigston
Parkland Primary School South Wigston is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oadby and Wigston community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 548 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 600 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Parkland Primary School South Wigston "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Hayes, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8483rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 13 in Oadby and Wigston.
Parkland Primary School South Wigston is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Parkland Primary School South Wigston include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oadby and Wigston, Parkland Primary School South Wigston is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St Thomas Road, Wigston, Oadby and Wigston, LE18 4TA |
| Headteacher | Andrew Hayes |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 548 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.6% |
| School Capacity | 548 / 600 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8483rd of 13,686
Nationally
789th of 1,353
In East Midlands
11th of 13
In Oadby and Wigston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
58%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
105
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Thomas Road, Wigston
Oadby and Wigston, LE18 4TA
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