Nicol Mere School

A outstanding community school school in Wigan. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Nicol Mere School.

Wigan, WN48DF Ofsted: Outstanding Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

92

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
83.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 98.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 34.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
21 November 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Roman Road
Ashton-in-Makerfield
Wigan, WN48DF
Phone
1942720871
Website
nicolmere.wigan.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
106430
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Roman Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8DF
Website
http://www.nicolmere.wigan.sch.uk
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
420 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
420
Free School Meals
23.8% (100 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.7% (7 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
96.0%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
7.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
98.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
34.0%
Reading Score:
116.0
Maths Score:
114.0
Grammar Score:
116.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
98.0 (+39.2 vs average)
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher):
34.0 (+26.7 vs average)
Reading Score:
116.0 (+10.8 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
7.4 (10.1 below average)
Maths Score:
114.0 (+9.9 vs average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 114.0 116.0
2023 110.0 114.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
52
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
420 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+3.0 per year)

Up 3.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspiring young minds, nurturing bright futures – at Nicol Mere, every child’s journey is filled with possibility"

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Horrible Histories Club

Facilities

Forest and large outdoor learning area Mud kitchen Den building equipment Physical skills trolley Pods for role play Reading and writing shed Large white boards Planters for growing fruit and vegetables Large scale construction Storytelling/Song chair Obstacle course equipment Outdoor music and stage area Outdoor maths games Large outdoor area

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

SEND Provision

The school uses the four stages of the Graduated Approach (Assess, Plan, Do and Review) for SEND; the SENDco is Miss Norris; access to Educational Psychology Service and Targeted Educational Support Service (TESS) and other services; Pupil Progress Meetings are held each term; if additional assessments are required for an EHCP, this may be pursued; parental involvement and transition planning; Local Offer link to Wigan Council.

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