Orrell Holgate Academy

URN: 143389 • Wigan WN5 8SJ

Overview

Name
Orrell Holgate Academy
URN
143389
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE ROWAN LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gail Worrall (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01942776670
Website
Visit
Address
Moor Road, Wigan WN5 8SJ

Summary

Orrell Holgate Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Wigan, with a current enrolment of 200 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school emphasizes a caring family ethos, aiming to equip children with essential skills for success both in primary and secondary education. The academy's motto, "Learning for Life," reflects its commitment to fostering lifelong learning, resilience, and ambition among its students.

The curriculum at Orrell Holgate is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, incorporating various opportunities for wider learning through visits and guest speakers. The school places a strong emphasis on spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, ensuring that pupils are well-rounded individuals. The school operates a busy schedule, offering a breakfast club from 7:30 am and afterschool provision until 4:30 pm, providing additional support for families.

Support for students is a priority at Orrell Holgate, with dedicated staff for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), safeguarding, and mental health. The school actively collaborates with parents and the wider community to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE ROWAN LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
200
Boys
100
Girls
100
FSM %
17.00
Open date
2016-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 200 100 100 210 17.00
2024-09-11 204 106 98 210 18.60
2023-09-11 212 104 108 210 17.50
2022-09-11 212 104 108 210 17.50
2021-09-11 211 103 108 210 17.10
2020-09-11 212 107 105 210 11.80

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