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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington

Mossy Lea Road, Wrightington, Wigan, WN6 9RE

Voluntary aided school · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Dec 2012

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65% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington, Wigan

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

65.0%

Writing

76.0%

Maths

76.0%

RWM Combined

65.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Wrightington Mossy Lea Primary School

1.19 km away · Community school

Good

Shevington Vale Primary School

1.86 km away · Community school

Good

Coppull St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

2.15 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish

2.25 km away · Voluntary aided school

Outstanding

Appley Bridge All Saints Church of England Primary Academy

2.33 km away · Academy converter

Good

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About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington is a primary school in Wigan, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2012 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 79 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Mossy Lea Road, Wigan, WN6 9RE | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2022 — School remains Good
Dec 2012 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington

What is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington's Ofsted rating?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2012 inspection.

What are St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington's latest exam results?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington located?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington is a primary school in Wigan, Lancashire (WN6 9RE).

How many pupils attend St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wrightington has around 79 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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