Bickershaw CofE Primary School
URN: 106470 • Wigan WN2 4AE
Overview
- Name
- Bickershaw CofE Primary School
- URN
- 106470
- 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
- 55.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Allison Taberner (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01942866317
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bickershaw Lane, Wigan WN2 4AE
Summary
Bickershaw Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Wigan, serving a mixed-gender population of 142 pupils with a capacity of 154. The school's vision is rooted in Christian values, emphasizing respect, inclusion, and the spiritual and academic growth of every child. The ethos is guided by the belief that "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever," fostering a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to become responsible and caring citizens.
The curriculum at Bickershaw is designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to succeed regardless of their backgrounds. The school promotes positive relationships and actively engages students in community service through its Ethos Group, which organizes charity events and supports local and global causes. Recent initiatives include fundraising for Wigan Hospice and responding to international crises, thereby instilling a sense of global citizenship among students.
Bickershaw Primary is committed to providing a supportive environment where every child can flourish. The school maintains strong links with the local community, including partnerships with care homes, which enhance the students' learning experiences and promote intergenerational relationships. Parents can find more information on the school's website, including details about admission arrangements and statutory information.
The curriculum at Bickershaw is designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to succeed regardless of their backgrounds. The school promotes positive relationships and actively engages students in community service through its Ethos Group, which organizes charity events and supports local and global causes. Recent initiatives include fundraising for Wigan Hospice and responding to international crises, thereby instilling a sense of global citizenship among students.
Bickershaw Primary is committed to providing a supportive environment where every child can flourish. The school maintains strong links with the local community, including partnerships with care homes, which enhance the students' learning experiences and promote intergenerational relationships. Parents can find more information on the school's website, including details about admission arrangements and statutory information.
Useful links
- JULY25.pdf (download)
- OCT25.pdf (download)
- SEPT25.pdf (download)
- London Grid for Learning (other)
- Thinkuknow (other)
- Parent info (other)
- Internet matters (other)
- Net-aware (other)
- UK Safer Internet Centre (other)
- School Jotter 3 (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
- 154
- Pupils
- 142
- Boys
- 69
- Girls
- 73
- FSM %
- 40.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-02-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 142 | 69 | 73 | 154 | 40.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 150 | 82 | 68 | 154 | 32.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 139 | 72 | 67 | 154 | 33.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 139 | 72 | 67 | 154 | 33.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 145 | 81 | 64 | 154 | 27.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 143 | 82 | 61 | 154 | 28.00 |
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