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St Catharine's CofE Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Catharine's CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Wigan , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 204 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

204

Pupils

210

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Catharine's CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Catharine's CofE Primary School 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.

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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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St Catharine's CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Scholefield Lane, Scholes, Wigan, WN1 3LP
Local authority
Wigan
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
53.9% of pupils
DfE URN
106464

Other Primary Schools in Wigan

If St Catharine's CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wigan are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Catharine's CofE Primary School

Is St Catharine's CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

St Catharine's CofE Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for St Catharine's CofE Primary School?

St Catharine's CofE Primary School 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 St Catharine's CofE Primary School cover?

St Catharine's CofE Primary School is a primary school in Wigan, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Catharine's CofE Primary School?

St Catharine's CofE Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.