The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College

URN: 106534 • Wigan WN1 1HQ

Overview

Name
The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College
URN
106534
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martin Wood (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01942768801
Website
Visit
Address
Frog Lane, Wigan WN1 1HQ

Summary

The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in the heart of Wigan. Catering to students aged 11 to 18, the school operates under the Diocese of Liverpool and is committed to providing an education that fosters personal growth and well-being. The school's ethos emphasizes values such as Faith, Hope, Love, Wisdom, Courage, and Inclusivity, creating a nurturing environment where every individual is valued.

With a current enrollment of 1,372 pupils, The Deanery offers a broad curriculum across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, ensuring continuity and strong relationships between staff and students. The school has been recognized for its excellent support for mental health and well-being, contributing to a calm and respectful atmosphere conducive to learning. Recent inspections have rated the school as "Good" by Ofsted and "Excellent" in all areas by SIAMS, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards.

The Deanery also provides various extracurricular opportunities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and a range of A-Level and vocational courses in the sixth form. The school aims to prepare students not only academically but also for their future roles in society, fostering a sense of community and responsibility among its pupils.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1389
Pupils
1372
Boys
711
Girls
661
FSM %
29.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1372 711 661 1389 29.50
2024-09-11 1401 712 689 1389 27.30
2023-09-11 1422 685 737 1389 23.70
2022-09-11 1422 685 737 1389 23.70
2021-09-11 1448 707 741 1389 21.60
2020-09-11 1425 661 764 1389 18.60

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