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Leigh St John's CofE Primary Catchment Area

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

Leigh St John's CofE Primary is a voluntary aided primary school in Leigh, Wigan , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 212 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

5–11

Age range

212

Pupils

210

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

Leigh St John's CofE Primary Catchment Area Information

Admission to Leigh St John's CofE Primary is managed by Wigan and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 212 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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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Leigh St John's CofE Primary — School Information

Full address
Kirkhall Lane, Leigh, WN7 1RY
Local authority
Wigan
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
20.3% of pupils
DfE URN
106517

Other Primary Schools in Leigh

If Leigh St John's CofE Primary is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Leigh are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Leigh St John's CofE Primary

Is Leigh St John's CofE Primary oversubscribed?

Yes — Leigh St John's CofE Primary currently has 212 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Leigh St John's CofE Primary?

Leigh St John's CofE Primary uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Wigan before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Leigh St John's CofE Primary cover?

Leigh St John's CofE Primary is a primary school in Leigh, Wigan, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Leigh St John's CofE Primary?

Leigh St John's CofE Primary was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.