Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire
Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Oadby and Wigston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 211 places).
Ofsted has rated Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire "Good", the school is led by headteacher A Gallagher, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3566th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 13 in Oadby and Wigston.
Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 22 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire include Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oadby and Wigston, Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Shenley Road, Wigston, Oadby and Wigston, LE18 3QL |
| Headteacher | A Gallagher |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.3% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 211 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3566th of 13,686
Nationally
311th of 1,353
In East Midlands
6th of 13
In Oadby and Wigston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
72%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire
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Contact Information
Shenley Road, Wigston
Oadby and Wigston, LE18 3QL
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