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Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School

Westleigh Lane, Leigh, WN7 5NJ

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Methodist

Pupils

236

Ages

2-11

FSM

31.2%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Apr 2015

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

61.0%

Writing

84.0%

Maths

55.0%

RWM Combined

42.0%

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About Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School

Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School is a primary school in Leigh, Wigan. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 42% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 236 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Westleigh Lane, Leigh, WN7 5NJ | More schools in Wigan

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2025 — Standards maintained
Oct 2019 — School remains Good
Apr 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School

What is Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.

What are Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School's latest exam results?

Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 42% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School located?

Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School is a primary school in Leigh, Wigan (WN7 5NJ).

How many pupils attend Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School?

Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School has around 236 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School with other schools?

View Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Wigan.