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St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge Catchment Area

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

St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge is a voluntary aided primary school in Greater Manchester, Wigan , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 210 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

210

Pupils

210

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge 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: 210 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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St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge — School Information

Full address
Leigh Road, Atherton, Greater Manchester, M46 0PA
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
17.6% of pupils
DfE URN
106478

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Frequently Asked Questions — St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge

Is St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge oversubscribed?

Yes — St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge currently has 210 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge?

St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge 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 Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge cover?

St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge is a primary school in Greater Manchester, 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 Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge?

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