Twelve Apostles Catholic Primary School
URN: 106503 • Select WN7 5JS
Overview
- Name
- Twelve Apostles Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 106503
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 63.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tracey Whitton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01942674312
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Nel Pan Lane, Select WN7 5JS
Summary
Twelve Apostles Catholic Primary School, located in Leigh, Lancashire, is a voluntary aided primary school serving a mixed-gender student body of 211 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where Christ is central to the educational experience, encapsulated in their mission statement, "Through learning and loving we will follow Jesus." The Headteacher, Mrs. T. Whitton, emphasizes the importance of strong relationships among children, parents, staff, and governors to support each child's unique development.
The curriculum at Twelve Apostles is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on strong foundations in maths and English while integrating various subjects to inspire aspirational learning. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities to enhance students' educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils (33.20%) eligible for free school meals, the school actively works to support all students, ensuring that they can achieve their full potential both academically and spiritually. The school community is encouraged to engage through various channels, including newsletters and school events, fostering a collaborative environment for families and staff.
The curriculum at Twelve Apostles is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on strong foundations in maths and English while integrating various subjects to inspire aspirational learning. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities to enhance students' educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils (33.20%) eligible for free school meals, the school actively works to support all students, ensuring that they can achieve their full potential both academically and spiritually. The school community is encouraged to engage through various channels, including newsletters and school events, fostering a collaborative environment for families and staff.
Useful links
- Web Design: CRE8 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Moor Allerton Hall Primary School (59.7)
- St Joseph's RC Junior School (59.0)
- Kneesall CofE Primary School (58.7)
- Tattenhall Park Primary School (58.6)
- Leek First School (51.8)
Key details
- LA
- Wigan
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 211
- Boys
- 101
- Girls
- 110
- FSM %
- 33.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 211 | 101 | 110 | 210 | 33.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 212 | 101 | 111 | 210 | 32.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 207 | 100 | 107 | 210 | 25.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 207 | 100 | 107 | 210 | 25.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 210 | 100 | 110 | 210 | 27.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 207 | 95 | 112 | 210 | 21.70 |
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