Leigh St John's CofE Primary
URN: 106517 • Leigh WN7 1RY
Overview
- Name
- Leigh St John's CofE Primary
- URN
- 106517
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 71.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Lightfoot (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01942672825
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kirkhall Lane, Leigh WN7 1RY
Summary
Leigh St John's CofE Primary is a voluntary aided school located in Leigh, Wigan, catering to a mixed-gender population of 212 pupils, slightly exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment that reflects its Christian ethos, focusing on the holistic development of each child. The leadership team includes Headteacher Mrs. E Lightfoot, Deputy Headteacher Mrs. N Hatton, and Assistant Headteacher Mr. A Thomason, who work collaboratively to uphold the school's vision and values.
The curriculum at Leigh St John's is designed to foster academic excellence while promoting personal and social development. The school actively incorporates British values into its teaching, ensuring that students are well-prepared for life in modern Britain. With approximately 20.3% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school is dedicated to supporting all students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Leigh St John's places a strong emphasis on community involvement and parental engagement, encouraging families to participate in school activities. The school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially, preparing them for their future educational journeys. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.leighstjohnsprimary.wigan.sch.uk.
The curriculum at Leigh St John's is designed to foster academic excellence while promoting personal and social development. The school actively incorporates British values into its teaching, ensuring that students are well-prepared for life in modern Britain. With approximately 20.3% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school is dedicated to supporting all students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Leigh St John's places a strong emphasis on community involvement and parental engagement, encouraging families to participate in school activities. The school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially, preparing them for their future educational journeys. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.leighstjohnsprimary.wigan.sch.uk.
Useful links
- Newsletter 12.09.25 (download)
- Newsletter 05.09.25 (download)
- Newsletter 18.07.25 (download)
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Key details
- LA
- Wigan
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 212
- Boys
- 110
- Girls
- 102
- FSM %
- 20.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Greater Manchester
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 212 | 110 | 102 | 210 | 20.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 211 | 113 | 98 | 210 | 19.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 226 | 119 | 107 | 210 | 17.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 226 | 119 | 107 | 210 | 17.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 239 | 116 | 123 | 210 | 16.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 256 | 124 | 132 | 210 | 12.50 |
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