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Rectory CofE Primary School Catchment Area

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

Rectory CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Wigan, St. Helens , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 133 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–11

Age range

133

Pupils

210

Capacity

63%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Rectory CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Rectory CofE Primary School is managed by St. Helens 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.

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

Find St. Helens catchment area documents →

Rectory CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Rectory Road, North Ashton, Wigan, WN4 0QF
Local authority
St. Helens
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
43.2% of pupils
DfE URN
104797

Other Primary Schools in Wigan

If Rectory CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wigan are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Rectory CofE Primary School

Is Rectory CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

Rectory CofE Primary School has a capacity of 210 places and currently has 133 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with St. Helens.

What is the admissions policy for Rectory CofE Primary School?

Rectory CofE Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by St. Helens before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Rectory CofE Primary School cover?

Rectory CofE Primary School is a primary school in Wigan, St. Helens, 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 Rectory CofE Primary School?

Rectory CofE Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.