Winstanley Community Primary School
94%
Capacity
447
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Winstanley Community Primary School
Winstanley Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 447 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 475 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Catherine Whalley, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5534th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 98 in Wigan.
Winstanley Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 55 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Winstanley Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Eco Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Winstanley Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Tan House Drive, Wigan, Wigan, WN3 6JP |
| Headteacher | Catherine Whalley |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 447 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.6% |
| School Capacity | 447 / 475 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (29 Feb 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5534th of 13,686
Nationally
796th of 2,065
In North West
47th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
67%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tan House Drive, Wigan
Wigan, WN3 6JP
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