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Holy Family Catholic Academy
Ages 2–11247 pupilsFaithRoman Catholic
Holy Family Catholic Academy is a primary school for pupils aged 2 to 11 in Wigan. It has a Roman Catholic religious character. The school has around 247 pupils on roll. Families comparing primary schools in Wigan can view Holy Family Catholic Academy's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Wigan (WN2 5JF), Holy Family Catholic Academy serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.
Ofsted & inspection
Overall effectiveness & sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood
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Strengths & watch points6 strengths · 0 watch
Computed from Ofsted & DfE outcomes vs England average
Quality of education
Behaviour & attitudes
Personal development
Leadership & management
Reading scaled score
Maths scaled score
Computed from published Ofsted judgements & DfE outcomes — not a written review.
Primary results — Key Stage 2Above average
Expected standard (RWM)76%
England avg 59%
Higher standard (RWM)0%
England avg 7%
Reading scaled score108
100 = expected standard
Maths scaled score109
100 = expected standard
DfE, 2023/24
Pupil intake41.7%
Free school meals41.7%
England avg 24.0%
English not first language32.9%
England avg 18.8%
Places filled93%
SEN support
EHC plan
DfE school census, 2025/26
Attendance & staffing92.4%
Attendance92.4%
England avg 94.5%
Pupils per teacher22.7
England avg 20.9
Persistent absence23.1%
England avg 14.3%
Teachers with QTS
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Wigan
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