Standish Community High School

URN: 143812 • Wigan WN6 0NX

Overview

Name
Standish Community High School
URN
143812
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
MOSAIC LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
67.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lindsay Barker (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01257422265
Website
Visit
Address
Kenyon Road, Wigan WN6 0NX

Summary

Standish Community High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Standish, Wigan, with a current enrolment of 1,292 students and a capacity of 1,300. The school serves students aged 11 to 16 and is dedicated to fostering both academic excellence and personal development. Its ethos, encapsulated in the motto "Be Outstanding," reflects a commitment to providing quality education and opportunities for all students to thrive.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, encouraging both academic achievement and personal growth. Standish Community High School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, providing students with various opportunities to engage in sports, arts, and community initiatives, thereby enhancing their overall educational experience.

With a focus on inclusivity, Standish Community High School supports students from different backgrounds, with 17% of its pupils eligible for free school meals. The school aims to create a caring and vibrant community where students can develop confidence and resilience, preparing them for future challenges. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at https://www.standishchs.org.uk.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
MOSAIC LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1300
Pupils
1292
Boys
641
Girls
651
FSM %
17.00
Open date
2017-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-10-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1292 641 651 1300 17.00
2024-09-11 1297 656 641 1250 15.70
2023-09-11 1285 647 638 1250 12.50
2022-09-11 1285 647 638 1250 12.50
2021-09-11 1280 664 616 1250 10.90
2020-09-11 1287 672 615 1250 8.00

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