What is the best primary school in Wigan?

On our composite score, Nicol Mere School is the top-ranked primary school in Wigan, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Wigan?

There are 97 primary schools in Wigan with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Wigan ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Wigan?

Applications for Reception places in Wigan starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Wigan

Compare 97 top-rated primary schools in Wigan, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Nicol Mere School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Nicol Mere School vs Woodfield Primary School

The best primary schools in Wigan

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Nicol Mere School

Woodfield Primary School

Wood Fold Primary School

Orrell Newfold Community Primary School

Hindsford CofE Primary School

Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan

St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell

Gilded Hollins Community School

St Luke's CofE Primary School

Garrett Hall Primary School

St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish

Standish St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary Academy

Holy Family RC Primary School, New Springs, Wigan

Orrell Lamberhead Green Academy

St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley

Twelve Apostles Catholic Primary School

St Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan

St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School

St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School

Winstanley Community Primary School

Orrell Holgate Academy

Leigh St John's CofE Primary

St John's CofE Primary School

All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan

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