St James' CofE Primary School

URN: 106437 • Wigan WN3 5XE

Overview

Name
St James' CofE Primary School
URN
106437
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jaqueline Moore (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Tyrer Avenue, Wigan WN3 5XE

Summary

St James' CofE Primary School, located in Wigan, is a voluntary controlled school with a mixed-gender population of 196 pupils, operating below its capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where Christian values such as friendship, respect, and trust are integral to daily life. This ethos is reflected in the school's strong community focus, welcoming children and families from diverse backgrounds and ensuring that every child feels valued and included.

The curriculum at St James' is designed to be broad and balanced, prioritising reading and vocabulary development while catering to the unique needs of its students. The school's LEARN Curriculum aims to help pupils excel academically and personally, with a strong emphasis on personal development and mental health support.

St James' is part of the Liverpool Diocesan Schools Trust, which promotes an excellent education based on distinctly Christian values. The school leadership is dedicated to understanding and addressing the needs of the community, creating a supportive atmosphere for both pupils and staff.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
196
Boys
92
Girls
104
FSM %
28.60
Open date
Close date
2018-03-31
Last Ofsted
2016-03-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 196 92 104 210 28.60
2024-09-11 196 92 104 210 28.60
2023-09-11 196 92 104 210 28.60
2022-09-11 196 92 104 210 28.60
2021-09-11 196 92 104 210 28.60
2020-09-11 196 92 104 210 28.60

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