St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Hindley
About St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Hindley
St Peter's Church of England Primary School in Hindley is a state primary with capacity for 315 pupils but currently houses 279, leaving some spare places. That spare capacity might come as a surprise given the local demand: for the 2025/26 intake, the school received 56 applications for just 33 places, with 27 offers going to first-preference families. The oversubscription ratio sits at 1. 7, meaning nearly two families compete for every spot, so it's not a school you can leave to chance. The pupil body is notably more disadvantaged than the national average, with 31. 2% of children eligible for free school meals — well above the typical primary figure. That context matters because it shapes the school's approach and the kind of support families can expect. The headteacher is Stephen Eccles, and the school holds a Church of England religious character, which may appeal to families looking for a faith-based setting within Wigan's local authority.
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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Feb 2024Latest monitoring visit (29 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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