St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley

URN: 106494 • Wigan WN2 3DG

Overview

Name
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley
URN
106494
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Janice Taberner (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01942253522
Website
Visit
Address
Abbott Street, Wigan WN2 3DG

Summary

St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley is a voluntary aided primary school located in Wigan, serving a mixed-gender population of 192 pupils, with a capacity for 210. The school is founded on Gospel principles, aiming to provide a holistic education that supports students spiritually, socially, and academically. The dedicated staff and governors work collaboratively to ensure that each child reaches their full potential in a nurturing environment.

The school places significant emphasis on building strong partnerships between home and school, recognising that parental involvement is crucial for children's learning and development. St Benedict's is committed to creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere, particularly for families as they transition into the school community.

With 33.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school is attentive to the diverse needs of its students, striving to offer a range of opportunities that foster growth and learning. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the school directly.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
192
Boys
97
Girls
95
FSM %
33.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 192 97 95 210 33.50
2024-09-11 182 97 85 210 38.50
2023-09-11 195 97 98 210 31.80
2022-09-11 195 97 98 210 31.80
2021-09-11 196 96 100 210 24.00
2020-09-11 196 99 97 210 14.80

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