St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School
101%
Capacity
213
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School
St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Woods, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8121st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 66th out of 98 in Wigan.
St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Warrington, Wigan, WA3 3TH |
| Headteacher | Joanne Woods |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.4% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 210 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8121st of 13,686
Nationally
1159th of 2,065
In North West
66th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities 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
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
Church Street, Warrington
Wigan, WA3 3TH
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