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Schools in WN5

A postcode district in Wigan

  • Postcode district
  • 33 schools and nurseries

In short: WN5 is a postcode district in Wigan with 13 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 16 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3313 primary · 5 secondary · 16 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in WN5

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All WN5 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in WN5

13 in WN5, best first

See all 13 primary schools

Top Secondary Schools in WN5

5 in WN5, best first

Up Holland High School

Wigan, WN5 7AL · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

174 first choices, 192 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1650.0

England 46.2

Days missed
8.3%
Pupils
874
Pupils per teacher
15.9
View school Up Holland High School

Dean Trust Wigan

Wigan, WN5 0DQ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area

Results well below the England average.

110 first choices, 140 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1637.5

England 46.2

Days missed
9.0%
Pupils
715
Pupils per teacher
14.6
View school Dean Trust Wigan
See all 5 secondary schools

Nurseries in WN5

16 in WN5, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 16 nurseries

Sixth Forms in WN5

1 in WN5, by the school's Eduscope score

Progress Arc Billinge School

Wigan, WN5 7TT · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
42
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Progress Arc Billinge School

Special Schools in WN5

2 in WN5. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Infinite Schools Wigan

Wigan, WN5 0QL · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
56
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Infinite Schools Wigan

Progress Arc Billinge School

Wigan, WN5 7TT · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
42
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Progress Arc Billinge School

Private Schools in WN5

2 in WN5. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Infinite Schools Wigan

Wigan, WN5 0QL · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
56
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Infinite Schools Wigan

Progress Arc Billinge School

Wigan, WN5 7TT · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
42
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Progress Arc Billinge School
The map

Every school in WN5, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge, Needs attention in 2 areasSt Mary's Catholic Primary School, GoodProgress Arc Billinge School, GoodMarsh Green Primary School, Good in every areaOrrell Newfold Community Primary School, OutstandingSt John's CofE Primary School, GoodSt James' Catholic Primary School Orrell, Expected standard or betterSt Peter's Catholic High School, GoodSt Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan, GoodWestfield Community School, Good in every areaOrrell Lamberhead Green Academy, Outstanding in every areaOrrell Holgate Academy, GoodSt Mark's CofE Primary School, GoodDean Trust Wigan, Needs attention in 1 areaInfinite Schools Wigan, GoodUp Holland High School, GoodBillinge Chapel End Primary School, GoodLamberhead Green Headstart, Expected standard or betterHolly Tree Pre-School And Trackers, GoodYoung Persons Centre, OutstandingLittle Jigsaw's Children's Day Nursery, GoodSt Cuthbert's Early Years Centre, GoodHolly Tree Children's Nursery Ltd, GoodThe Playhouse Day Nursery, GoodKids Planet Billinge, GoodABC Private Day Nursery, GoodA-Stars Early Education, GoodRedwood House Childrens Nursery, GoodLittle Sticks Forest School GreenslateHolly Tree, Expected standard in every areaThe Baby CottageSt. John's C.E Preschool Ltd, Needs attention in 6 areasBillinge Chapel End Preschool
  • Outstanding2
  • Good19
  • Not graded yet12
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in WN5 sit in 3 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every WN5 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

WN5 has 33 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about WN5

Nearby areas

How many schools are in WN5?

WN5 has 33 schools, including 13 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 16 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in WN5?

The highest-ranked schools in WN5 on Eduscope are Orrell Newfold Community Primary School, St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell, St Mary's Catholic Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in WN5?

There are 2 independent schools in WN5, all special schools for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare them on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.

How do I choose the right school in WN5?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 33 schools in WN5 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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