St Stephen's CofE Primary School
90%
Capacity
213
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About St Stephen's CofE Primary School
St Stephen's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Stephen's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jill Southern, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7618th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 59th out of 98 in Wigan.
St Stephen's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 30 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Stephen's CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, St Stephen's CofE 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Manchester Road, Tyldesley, Manchester, Wigan, M29 7BT |
| Headteacher | Jill Southern |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.2% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 236 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Feb 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7618th of 13,686
Nationally
1081st of 2,065
In North West
59th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
60%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
94
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Stephen's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Manchester Road, Tyldesley, Manchester
Wigan, M29 7BT
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