Wigston College
URN: 138894 • Wigston LE18 2DS
Overview
- Name
- Wigston College
- URN
- 138894
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- WIGSTON ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michael Wilson (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01162881611
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Station Road, Wigston LE18 2DS
Summary
Wigston College is a mixed secondary academy located in Wigston, Leicestershire, with a current enrolment of 265 pupils and a capacity of 929. The college prides itself on fostering a supportive learning environment, where students are encouraged to take pride in their work and actively participate in their education. The ethos of the college is encapsulated in the belief that the standards provided should be good enough for the headteacher's own children, reflecting a commitment to quality education.
The curriculum at Wigston College focuses on A Level and Level 3 courses, catering to the academic needs of its students. The college aims to empower pupils by giving them a voice in their learning experience, as highlighted in the recent Ofsted report from 2022. This approach not only enhances student engagement but also promotes a sense of ownership over their educational journey.
Wigston College is dedicated to building a strong community among students, staff, and parents. The headteacher's long-standing connection to the college, along with the positive feedback from pupils and parents, underscores the institution's commitment to nurturing a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere for all learners.
The curriculum at Wigston College focuses on A Level and Level 3 courses, catering to the academic needs of its students. The college aims to empower pupils by giving them a voice in their learning experience, as highlighted in the recent Ofsted report from 2022. This approach not only enhances student engagement but also promotes a sense of ownership over their educational journey.
Wigston College is dedicated to building a strong community among students, staff, and parents. The headteacher's long-standing connection to the college, along with the positive feedback from pupils and parents, underscores the institution's commitment to nurturing a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere for all learners.
Useful links
- PARENT BULLETIN (download)
- Academy (other)
- About Us (other)
- Applying for 2025 (other)
- Curriculum (other)
- Links (other)
- Students (other)
- WMAT (other)
- Production Tickets (other)
- College (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Wigston Academy (60.0)
- Guthlaxton College Wigston (45.2)
- South Wigston High School (38.9)
Key details
- LA
- Leicestershire
- Age range
- 14 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- WIGSTON ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 929
- Pupils
- 265
- Boys
- 101
- Girls
- 164
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- 2012-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 265 | 101 | 164 | 929 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 276 | 110 | 166 | 929 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 271 | 122 | 149 | 929 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 271 | 122 | 149 | 929 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 230 | 92 | 138 | 929 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 197 | 82 | 115 | 929 | 0.00 |
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