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St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Church Lane, Shevington, Wigan, Lancashire, WN6 8BD, Wigan
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
42.9 / 100
Bottom 43%
Better than 43% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
191
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
91%
Faith
Roman Catholic
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 67% nationally. Although the percentage of students reaching higher standards is lower at 10%, overall parent satisfaction appears strong, contributing to a positive community atmosphere. The school serves a modest-sized cohort of 191 pupils, indicating a close-knit environment for learners aged 4-11.
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Last inspected: 11 July 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 58% | Bottom 33% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 10% | Top 37% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British88.0%
Asian Indian3.1%
Asian Chinese3.1%
Mixed W+B African1.6%
White Other1.6%
Mixed Other1.0%
Mixed W+Asian0.5%
Asian Other0.5%
White Irish0.5%
Location
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53.57254, -2.68904 · WN6 8BD
School details
Local authorityWigan
RegionNorth West
URN106508
School typeVoluntary aided school
Frequently asked questions
What is St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School rated by Ofsted?
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 11 July 2023.
Is St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School a good school?
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School scores 42.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 43% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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