St Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan
91%
Capacity
191
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan
St Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 191 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan "Good", the school is led by headteacher Damian Wilson, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2157th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 98 in Wigan.
St Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 21 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 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 Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, St Jude'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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Worsley Mesnes Drive, Wigan, Wigan, WN3 5AN |
| Headteacher | Damian Wilson |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.4% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2157th of 13,686
Nationally
290th of 2,065
In North West
23rd of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
77%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan
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Contact Information
Worsley Mesnes Drive, Wigan
Wigan, WN3 5AN
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