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Beech Hill Community Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Beech Hill Community Primary School is a community primary school in Wigan , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 294 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

294

Pupils

270

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Beech Hill Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Beech Hill Community Primary School is set by Wigan and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 294 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wigan before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Beech Hill Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Netherby Road, Beech Hill, Wigan, WN6 7PT
Local authority
Wigan
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
42.7% of pupils
DfE URN
106399

Other Primary Schools in Wigan

If Beech Hill Community Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wigan are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Beech Hill Community Primary School

Is Beech Hill Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Beech Hill Community Primary School currently has 294 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Beech Hill Community Primary School?

Admission to Beech Hill Community Primary School is managed by Wigan. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Beech Hill Community Primary School cover?

Beech Hill Community Primary School is a primary school in Wigan, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Beech Hill Community Primary School?

Beech Hill Community Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.