St John's Church of England Primary School, Abram

URN: 141641 • Wigan WN2 5QE

Overview

Name
St John's Church of England Primary School, Abram
URN
141641
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
QUEST (A CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOLS TRUST)
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Linda Gatley (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01942703465
Website
Visit
Address
Simpkin Street, Wigan WN2 5QE

Summary

St John's Church of England Primary School, located in Abram, Wigan, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 278 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 245. The school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and safe environment where children can achieve their full potential, guided by Christian values of respect, friendship, hope, and trust. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of community, encouraging students to engage with diverse cultures and become responsible advocates for change.

The school day begins at 8:40 am and concludes at 3:15 pm, with structured break and lunch times for both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 students. St John's offers a well-rounded curriculum designed to inspire lifelong learning, ensuring that each child's educational journey is both enriching and supportive. Parents are encouraged to participate in the school community and can arrange visits to experience the school's environment firsthand.

With a commitment to high standards and expectations, St John's aims to provide an excellent educational foundation, preparing students for future success in a modern society. The school welcomes visitors and values the involvement of families in their children's education.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
QUEST (A CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOLS TRUST)
Capacity
245
Pupils
278
Boys
137
Girls
141
FSM %
22.70
Open date
2015-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 278 137 141 245 22.70
2024-09-11 275 137 138 245 21.80
2023-09-11 276 141 135 245 17.40
2022-09-11 276 141 135 245 17.40
2021-09-11 279 154 125 245 18.60
2020-09-11 283 151 132 245 18.00

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