St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh
101%
Capacity
213
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh "Good", the school is led by headteacher Liam Richardson, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2983rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 98 in Wigan.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh include Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh 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 | Mather Lane, Leigh, Wigan, WN7 2PW |
| Headteacher | Liam Richardson |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.7% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 210 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2983rd of 13,686
Nationally
426th of 2,065
In North West
28th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
74%
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
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh
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Contact Information
Mather Lane, Leigh
Wigan, WN7 2PW
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