St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh
97%
Capacity
407
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh
St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 407 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Boyle, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12256th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 93rd out of 98 in Wigan.
St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 55 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (59 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh include Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Football, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh 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 | Astley Street, Leigh, Wigan, WN7 2AS |
| Headteacher | Matthew Boyle |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 407 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.0% |
| School Capacity | 407 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12256th of 13,686
Nationally
1813th of 2,065
In North West
93rd of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
42%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
59 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Astley Street, Leigh
Wigan, WN7 2AS
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