Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan

URN: 106491 • Wigan WN2 1EL

Overview

Name
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan
URN
106491
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stephen Gallagher (since 2025) , Gallagher
Telephone
01942246376
Website
Visit
Address
Longfield Street, Wigan WN2 1EL

Summary

Holy Family Catholic Primary School, located in New Springs, Wigan, is a voluntary aided primary school with a strong Catholic ethos. With a capacity of 140 pupils, the school currently serves 133 children in a nurturing environment where each child is valued as a unique individual. The school community is guided by Gospel values, promoting love, compassion, and service in all aspects of school life.

The curriculum at Holy Family is designed to support not only academic achievement but also the spiritual and emotional development of each child. Pupils consistently perform well above national expectations in Reading, Writing, and Maths, and the school places a strong emphasis on character development and pastoral support. Staff are dedicated to creating a stimulating learning environment that encourages curiosity and independence.

Collaboration with parents, carers, and the wider community is integral to the school's mission. Holy Family fosters a close-knit community where children can grow in faith and confidence, preparing them for future educational challenges while instilling values of respect and kindness.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
140
Pupils
133
Boys
72
Girls
61
FSM %
18.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 133 72 61 140 18.80
2024-09-11 134 71 63 140 20.90
2023-09-11 137 66 71 140 23.40
2022-09-11 137 66 71 140 23.40
2021-09-11 135 64 71 140 17.80
2020-09-11 131 59 72 140 13.00

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