Holy Family Catholic Academy

URN: 149190 • Wigan WN2 5JF

Overview

Name
Holy Family Catholic Academy
URN
149190
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
36.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Crawley (since 2025)
Telephone
01942704148
Website
Visit
Address
Wigan Street, Wigan WN2 5JF

Summary

Holy Family Catholic Academy is a mixed primary school located in Wigan, part of the St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust. With a current enrolment of 247 pupils, the school exceeds its capacity of 210, reflecting its popularity within the community. The academy is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment, with 41.7% of students eligible for free school meals, highlighting its dedication to catering to diverse needs.

The curriculum at Holy Family Catholic Academy focuses on excellence for all students, fostering a love for learning through various engaging activities. Recent initiatives include after-school clubs, such as a Movie Night, and a Library Club that encourages reading for pleasure. The school also offers a playgroup, Holy Family Tots, for younger children, promoting early socialisation and community engagement.

The academy places a strong emphasis on leadership and student involvement, as seen in the introduction of a Year 6 leadership team. This approach not only empowers students but also enhances their confidence and skills. Overall, Holy Family Catholic Academy strives to create a nurturing and ambitious educational experience for all its pupils.

Key details

LA
Wigan
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
247
Boys
126
Girls
121
FSM %
41.70
Open date
2022-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 247 126 121 210 41.70
2024-09-11 206 108 98 210 37.40
2023-09-11 210
2022-09-11 205

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