St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan
99%
Capacity
392
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan
St Cuthbert's Catholic 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 392 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 395 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Rushton, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7853rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 98 in Wigan.
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 57 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, St Cuthbert's Catholic 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 | Thorburn Road, WIGAN, Wigan, WN5 9LW |
| Headteacher | John Rushton |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 392 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.7% |
| School Capacity | 392 / 395 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7853rd of 13,686
Nationally
1115th of 2,065
In North West
62nd of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
60%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
78
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thorburn Road, WIGAN
Wigan, WN5 9LW
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