Dalton St Michael's Church of England Primary School
URN: 119493 • Wigan WN8 7RP
Overview
- Name
- Dalton St Michael's Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 119493
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- I Attkins (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01257462082
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Higher Lane, Wigan WN8 7RP
Summary
Dalton St Michael's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Wigan, Lancashire, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 3 to 11. With a current enrolment of 65 students and a capacity of 84, the school prides itself on being a close-knit community where every child is known and supported. The school is rooted in strong Christian values, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that encourages academic and personal growth.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Iain Attkins, who took on the role in January 2025, the dedicated staff at Dalton St Michael's work to provide a rich and engaging curriculum. The school emphasizes the importance of making children feel safe and happy, with 100% of parents expressing satisfaction with their children's experience at the school, as reflected in recent parental feedback.
The school serves a wide catchment area, including Skelmersdale, Dalton, and Up Holland. Parents are encouraged to arrange visits to explore the school's offerings and see firsthand the supportive atmosphere that characterizes Dalton St Michael's.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Iain Attkins, who took on the role in January 2025, the dedicated staff at Dalton St Michael's work to provide a rich and engaging curriculum. The school emphasizes the importance of making children feel safe and happy, with 100% of parents expressing satisfaction with their children's experience at the school, as reflected in recent parental feedback.
The school serves a wide catchment area, including Skelmersdale, Dalton, and Up Holland. Parents are encouraged to arrange visits to explore the school's offerings and see firsthand the supportive atmosphere that characterizes Dalton St Michael's.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governor Meetings (governance)
- List of Governors (governance)
- Links for Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Oct Newsletter v2.pdf (download)
- EOY Letter1.docx (download)
- Welcome Back.docx (download)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 84
- Pupils
- 65
- Boys
- 36
- Girls
- 29
- FSM %
- 27.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 65 | 36 | 29 | 84 | 27.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 62 | 36 | 26 | 84 | 21.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 70 | 49 | 21 | 84 | 18.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 70 | 49 | 21 | 84 | 18.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 65 | 42 | 23 | 84 | 12.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 70 | 47 | 23 | 84 | 12.90 |
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