Special schoolData as of May 2026

Willow Grove Primary School

Willow Grove, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8XF

Community special school

Pupils

Ages

5-11

FSM

63.0%

Capacity

Ofsted

Good

Apr 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

14.0%

Writing

0.0%

Maths

0.0%

RWM Combined

0.0%

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About Willow Grove Primary School

Willow Grove Primary School is a primary school in Wigan, Wigan. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 73 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Willow Grove, Wigan, WN4 8XF | More schools in Wigan

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Willow Grove Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Apr 2023 — Good
Nov 2021 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
Jan 2011 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Willow Grove Primary School

What is Willow Grove Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Willow Grove Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Willow Grove Primary School's latest exam results?

Willow Grove Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Willow Grove Primary School located?

Willow Grove Primary School is a primary school in Wigan, Wigan (WN4 8XF).

How many pupils attend Willow Grove Primary School?

Willow Grove Primary School has around 73 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Willow Grove Primary School with other schools?

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