South Wigston High School

URN: 137931 • Wigston LE18 4TA

Overview

Name
South Wigston High School
URN
137931
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNING WITHOUT LIMITS ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
38.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sara-Jayne Fletcher (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01162782388
Website
Visit
Address
St Thomas Road, Wigston LE18 4TA

Summary

South Wigston High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Wigston, Leicestershire, serving students aged 11 to 16. As a member of the Learning without Limits Academy Trust, the school is committed to providing high-quality, inclusive education that fosters both academic achievement and character development. With a current enrolment of 783 pupils and a capacity of 860, the school aims to create an environment where students can thrive and prepare for their future.

The school places a strong emphasis on community engagement and values the partnership with parents and carers as essential to student success. South Wigston High School is dedicated to nurturing students' abilities while encouraging them to become respectful and responsible individuals. The curriculum is designed to be ambitious and supportive, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to excel.

In addition to academic offerings, South Wigston High School actively promotes a culture of character development, aiming to instil values that will benefit students in their personal and professional lives. The school is situated in a vibrant community, welcoming students from both local and surrounding areas, including Leicester City.

Key details

LA
Leicestershire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LEARNING WITHOUT LIMITS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
860
Pupils
783
Boys
401
Girls
382
FSM %
31.00
Open date
2012-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Leicestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 783 401 382 860 31.00
2024-09-11 816 432 384 860 29.40
2023-09-11 844 442 402 855 22.90
2022-09-11 844 442 402 840 22.90
2021-09-11 840 454 386 840 19.30
2020-09-11 839 471 368 840 17.40

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