Leigh Central Primary School

URN: 106418 • Leigh WN7 1UY

Overview

Name
Leigh Central Primary School
URN
106418
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dawn Hurst (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01942673810
Website
Visit
Address
Windermere Road, Leigh WN7 1UY

Summary

Leigh Central Primary School is a community school located in Leigh, Wigan, with a mixed-gender enrollment of 211 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 210. The school emphasizes the importance of valuing each child and aims to support their academic, physical, personal, and social development through a personalized curriculum. This approach is designed to meet individual needs and foster a love for lifelong learning.

In June 2022, Ofsted rated the school as 'good' across all areas, highlighting the effective support for pupils' mental health and well-being. The school is committed to creating a safe environment where children feel secure and valued. Leigh Central also collaborates with the Leigh Central Children’s Centre, which offers early years education and resources for families.

The school promotes strong partnerships between home and school, encouraging parental involvement in various events. With a dedicated team of professionals, Leigh Central Primary School strives to provide a stimulating learning environment while preparing children for future challenges and fostering positive contributions to society.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
211
Boys
111
Girls
100
FSM %
49.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 211 111 100 210 49.30
2024-09-11 211 106 105 210 52.10
2023-09-11 224 122 102 210 51.80
2022-09-11 224 122 102 240 51.80
2021-09-11 221 121 100 240 49.30
2020-09-11 226 119 107 240 43.40

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