St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
76%
Capacity
251
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 251 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Oswald's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Craig Goulding, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5167th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 98 in Wigan.
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 30 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Oswald's Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Swimming, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, St Oswald's Catholic Primary School 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 | Council Avenue, Wigan, Wigan, WN4 9AZ |
| Headteacher | Craig Goulding |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 251 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.3% |
| School Capacity | 251 / 330 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5167th of 13,686
Nationally
752nd of 2,065
In North West
45th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
67%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Council Avenue, Wigan
Wigan, WN4 9AZ
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