St Catharine's CofE Primary School
URN: 106464 • Wigan WN1 3LP
Overview
- Name
- St Catharine's CofE Primary School
- URN
- 106464
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sue Pittendreigh (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01942733081
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Scholefield Lane, Wigan WN1 3LP
Summary
St Catharine's CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Scholes, Wigan, with a current enrolment of 204 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school is rooted in Christian values, promoting a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to "Love, Believe, Achieve," based on the scripture John 15:12. The school's ethos focuses on providing a safe and supportive community that prepares students for future success.
The curriculum at St Catharine's is bespoke and designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning. Each unit is crafted by the teaching staff to engage students through innovative methods, including hands-on experiences and subject-specific vocabulary. The school emphasizes independence and creativity, ensuring that children are equipped with the skills necessary to thrive both academically and personally.
St Catharine's maintains strong ties with the local parish and encourages parental involvement in school activities, including regular worship services. The dedicated team of governors, teachers, and teaching assistants work collaboratively to support each child's development, fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
The curriculum at St Catharine's is bespoke and designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning. Each unit is crafted by the teaching staff to engage students through innovative methods, including hands-on experiences and subject-specific vocabulary. The school emphasizes independence and creativity, ensuring that children are equipped with the skills necessary to thrive both academically and personally.
St Catharine's maintains strong ties with the local parish and encourages parental involvement in school activities, including regular worship services. The dedicated team of governors, teachers, and teaching assistants work collaboratively to support each child's development, fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
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- Upcoming Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
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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
- 210
- Pupils
- 204
- Boys
- 103
- Girls
- 101
- FSM %
- 53.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 204 | 103 | 101 | 210 | 53.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 208 | 108 | 100 | 210 | 56.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 205 | 110 | 95 | 210 | 58.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 205 | 110 | 95 | 210 | 58.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 205 | 109 | 96 | 210 | 55.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 201 | 107 | 94 | 210 | 52.20 |
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