Wood Fold Primary School
99%
Capacity
413
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Wood Fold Primary School
Wood Fold Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wigan community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 413 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 417 places).
the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Gough, it falls under Wigan local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1767th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 98 in Wigan.
Wood Fold Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 145 applications for 74 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
Wood Fold Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (107 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 Wood Fold Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wigan, Wood Fold 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Green Lane, Wigan, Wigan, WN6 0TS |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Gough |
| Local Authority | Wigan |
| Number of Pupils | 413 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.7% |
| School Capacity | 413 / 417 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1767th of 13,686
Nationally
225th of 2,065
In North West
16th of 98
In Wigan
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
107 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed74
145
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wood Fold Primary School
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Contact Information
Green Lane, Wigan
Wigan, WN6 0TS
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