St Thomas CofE Primary School
88%
Capacity
185
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About St Thomas CofE Primary School
St Thomas CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 185 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Thomas CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leanne Cowley, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10143rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 82nd out of 98 in Wigan.
St Thomas CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 10 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, St Thomas 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Hodnet Drive, Wigan, Wigan, WN4 8PQ |
| Headteacher | Leanne Cowley |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 185 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 185 / 210 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10143rd of 13,686
Nationally
1469th of 2,065
In North West
82nd of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
52%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
42
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% 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
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Contact Information
Hodnet Drive, Wigan
Wigan, WN4 8PQ
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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