Cansfield High School

URN: 106521 • Wigan WN4 9TP

Overview

Name
Cansfield High School
URN
106521
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicola Daniels (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01942727391
Website
Visit
Address
Old Road, Wigan WN4 9TP

Summary

Cansfield High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Wigan, with a current enrolment of 1,036 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,012. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes equality and diversity, guided by the principles of the Equality Act 2010. Cansfield aims to close achievement gaps among different student groups and ensure all students have opportunities to develop their cultural capital throughout their education.

The school boasts a range of modern facilities, including computer suites, science laboratories, a music studio, and a large sports complex in partnership with Ashton Leisure Centre. Ongoing refurbishments are enhancing the learning environment, ensuring that classrooms are well-equipped and conducive to high-quality teaching.

Cansfield High School prioritises student wellbeing and academic success, offering various support mechanisms for students, including those with special educational needs. The school actively engages with the local community and provides numerous extracurricular activities, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students and families. For more information, visit their website at http://www.cansfield.wigan.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1012
Pupils
1036
Boys
569
Girls
467
FSM %
25.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1036 569 467 1012 25.70
2024-09-11 1055 553 502 1012 23.90
2023-09-11 1030 523 507 1012 21.70
2022-09-11 1030 523 507 1012 21.70
2021-09-11 1010 500 510 1012 20.80
2020-09-11 987 497 490 1012 20.00

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