Leigh CofE Primary School
URN: 106445 • Leigh WN7 1LP
Overview
- Name
- Leigh CofE Primary School
- URN
- 106445
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 39.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Deborah Sharples (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Henrietta Street, Leigh WN7 1LP
Summary
Leigh CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Leigh, Wigan, with a current enrolment of 324 pupils and a capacity for 388. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and nurturing environment, where the needs of all children are central to its educational approach. As a church school, it celebrates the uniqueness of each child and aims to instil confidence and a sense of belonging.
The curriculum at Leigh CE Primary encompasses a wide range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside a focus on Christian values. The school promotes a child-centred approach, encouraging consistency, praise, and challenge in learning. Various extracurricular activities and support services, including a nursery and pastoral care, are available to enhance the educational experience.
The school community is actively engaged, with a Local Governing Body overseeing its operations. Parents are encouraged to participate in school life through initiatives such as ClassDojo and regular newsletters, fostering a strong partnership between home and school.
The curriculum at Leigh CE Primary encompasses a wide range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside a focus on Christian values. The school promotes a child-centred approach, encouraging consistency, praise, and challenge in learning. Various extracurricular activities and support services, including a nursery and pastoral care, are available to enhance the educational experience.
The school community is actively engaged, with a Local Governing Body overseeing its operations. Parents are encouraged to participate in school life through initiatives such as ClassDojo and regular newsletters, fostering a strong partnership between home and school.
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Key details
- LA
- Wigan
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 388
- Pupils
- 324
- Boys
- 168
- Girls
- 156
- FSM %
- 15.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2018-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2016-07-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 324 | 168 | 156 | 388 | 15.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 324 | 168 | 156 | 388 | 15.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 324 | 168 | 156 | 388 | 15.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 324 | 168 | 156 | 388 | 15.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 324 | 168 | 156 | 388 | 15.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 324 | 168 | 156 | 388 | 15.10 |
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