St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
197
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School
St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 199 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Geraldine O'Brien, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6093rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 98 in Wigan.
St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 11 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Wilfrids Catholic Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, St Wilfrids Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Golborne Road, Wigan, Wigan, WN4 8SJ |
| Headteacher | Geraldine O'Brien |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.3% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 199 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6093rd of 13,686
Nationally
879th of 2,065
In North West
51st of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
65%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Golborne Road, Wigan
Wigan, WN4 8SJ
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