St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish
97%
Capacity
203
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish
St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Faye Jackson, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2498th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 98 in Wigan.
St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 29 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 12 parents).
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 Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish 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 | Avondale Street, Wigan, Wigan, WN6 0LF |
| Headteacher | Faye Jackson |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.8% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2498th of 13,686
Nationally
341st of 2,065
In North West
26th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
76%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
103
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish
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Contact Information
Avondale Street, Wigan
Wigan, WN6 0LF
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