Leigh Central Primary School

A good community school school in Wigan. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Leigh Central Primary School.

Leigh, WN71UY Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

49

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
45.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 53.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
40.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 3.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
21 June 2022
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Windermere Road
Leigh, WN71UY
Phone
1942673810
Website
leighcentral.wigan.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
106418
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Windermere Road, Leigh, WN7 1UY
Website
http://www.leighcentral.wigan.sch.uk
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
210 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
211
Free School Meals
53.1% (112 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
5.7% (12 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.8%
Good
Persistent Absence
20.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
53.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
3.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
102.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 102.0 103.0
2023 98.0 99.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
13 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
26
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
211 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+4.0 per year)

Up 4.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Learning Today, for a Better Tomorrow"

Equality Diversity Respect

Head Teacher's Message

A welcome message from Headteacher Mrs Dawn Hurst emphasising that Leigh Central values every child, provides a personalised curriculum, and aims to build strong home–school partnerships so children can reach their full potential.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Sports clubs Film club Choir Year 6 residential (extracurricular)

Facilities

State-of-the-art technology Purpose-built facilities New school building opened in 2009 Shared building with Leigh Central Children’s Centre including a 60-place pre-school Fully wheelchair accessible with a lift to the first and second floors Accessible toilets on all floors Hygiene room on the ground floor Sound field system in all classrooms

Curriculum Highlights

Reading is prioritised to strengthen learning depth Mathematical fluency and confidence in numeracy are pre-conditions for success Curriculum is bespoke to Leigh Central and shaped by the school vision Curriculum aims align with the National Curriculum and meet centrally prescribed aims The curriculum engages, inspires and challenges pupils, fostering curiosity, creativity and resilience Promotion of equality and celebration of diversity is rooted within the core value of respect Subject leaders have defined roles; CPD supports curriculum leadership; progression is mapped for each subject Curriculum mapping ensures sufficient coverage and depth; outcomes are monitored and adjusted; resources support curricular aims Curriculum impact is measured via triangulated monitoring of pupil progress, attitudes, and standards; governors are kept informed

SEND Provision

In September 2022 Leigh Central Primary School became a Resourced Provision (The Hive) with an additional 5 places for pupils from Reception to Year 6 who have ASD or other Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN); The Hive is staffed by trained personnel to support these pupils, with personalised plans, potential involvement of external agencies, and a Graduated Approach to meeting needs; progress is monitored, and an EHCP may be considered if needed.

Admissions Criteria

Leigh Central is a Local Authority Community school admitting 30 Reception pupils each September. Admissions are coordinated by the Wigan School Places Team. Applications for Reception must be made through the Local Authority (online at www.wigan.gov.uk or via a Wigan Council primary school application form). Open days are held each November/December; initial Welcome meeting, INSPIRE sessions, and home visits are offered to help families become familiar with the school; registering interest does not guarantee a place.

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