Bedford Hall Methodist Primary School

URN: 140053 • Leigh WN7 3DJ

Overview

Name
Bedford Hall Methodist Primary School
URN
140053
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Methodist
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
EPWORTH EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Draper (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01942672614
Website
Visit
Address
Breaston Avenue, Leigh WN7 3DJ

Summary

Bedford Hall Methodist Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Leigh, Wigan, catering to 243 pupils aged 2 to 11 years. The school is part of the Epworth Education Trust and emphasizes a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to develop confidence and independence. The dedicated teaching staff focus on high standards of work and behaviour, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.

The school follows a bespoke curriculum designed to engage and challenge students, ensuring it meets individual needs. This curriculum is enriched with unique learning experiences, including regular trips and extracurricular activities, aimed at sparking children's interest and promoting a lifelong love of learning. Bedford Hall also prioritises the development of resilience and a growth mindset, encouraging pupils to embrace challenges and learn from failures.

Community involvement is integral to Bedford Hall's ethos, with strong links to the chapel and local community. The school values parental support and invites families to actively participate in their children's education, aiming to create a collaborative environment that nurtures every child's potential.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EPWORTH EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
243
Boys
140
Girls
103
FSM %
31.30
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 243 140 103 210 31.30
2024-09-11 245 139 106 210 26.70
2023-09-11 236 117 119 210 27.80
2022-09-11 236 117 119 210 27.80
2021-09-11 244 120 124 210 25.50
2020-09-11 259 122 137 210 17.00

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