Standish Community High School
URN: 106531 • Wigan WN6 0NX
Overview
- Name
- Standish Community High School
- URN
- 106531
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Pollard (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Kenyon Road, Wigan WN6 0NX
Summary
Standish Community High School is a mixed secondary school located in Wigan, serving students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 1,206 pupils and a capacity of 1,250, the school is committed to fostering both academic achievement and personal development. The school's ethos, encapsulated in its motto "Be Outstanding," reflects its dedication to providing a high-quality education tailored to the needs of each student.
The curriculum at Standish Community High School is designed to equip students with essential knowledge, skills, and understanding, preparing them for future opportunities in college, apprenticeships, or employment. The school emphasizes the development of successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens through its educational approach, known as The Standish Way. This framework encourages students to become adaptable problem-solvers and community-minded individuals.
Support for students is a priority at Standish Community High School, with a professional team of teachers and support staff dedicated to helping every student achieve their potential. The school values strong relationships among staff, students, and families, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone is encouraged to aim high and achieve together.
The curriculum at Standish Community High School is designed to equip students with essential knowledge, skills, and understanding, preparing them for future opportunities in college, apprenticeships, or employment. The school emphasizes the development of successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens through its educational approach, known as The Standish Way. This framework encourages students to become adaptable problem-solvers and community-minded individuals.
Support for students is a priority at Standish Community High School, with a professional team of teachers and support staff dedicated to helping every student achieve their potential. The school values strong relationships among staff, students, and families, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone is encouraged to aim high and achieve together.
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Key details
- LA
- Wigan
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1250
- Pupils
- 1206
- Boys
- 630
- Girls
- 575
- FSM %
- 6.50
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-11-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1206 | 630 | 575 | 1250 | 6.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1206 | 630 | 575 | 1250 | 6.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1206 | 630 | 575 | 1250 | 6.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1206 | 630 | 575 | 1250 | 6.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1206 | 630 | 575 | 1250 | 6.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1206 | 630 | 575 | 1250 | 6.50 |
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