Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary School
85%
Capacity
148
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary School
Standish Lower Ground St Anne's 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 148 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 175 places).
Ofsted has rated Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Philip Ivory, 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 8067th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 65th out of 98 in Wigan.
Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 21 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 4 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Standish Lower Ground St Anne'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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Wigan Lower Road, Wigan, Wigan, WN6 8JP |
| Headteacher | Philip Ivory |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.2% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 175 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8067th of 13,686
Nationally
1147th of 2,065
In North West
65th 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
2025/26Oversubscribed21
35
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Wigan Lower Road, Wigan
Wigan, WN6 8JP
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