Nicol Mere School, Wigan
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
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Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Nicol Mere School creates an exceptional learning environment where children develop into confident, articulate learners who make outstanding progress. Staff are passionate about teaching and expertly adapt lessons to help all pupils, including those with additional needs, succeed. The school goes far beyond academics, offering abundant opportunities for personal development including financial awareness, fundraising, and emotional well-being support.
Key Strengths
- Expertly crafted curriculum with precise knowledge progression from early years through Year 6
- Highly trained staff who deliver lessons with expertise and enthusiasm, making strong connections between prior and new learning
- Exceptional focus on reading with a rigorous phonics programme and celebration of books and authors
- Outstanding support for pupils with SEND who achieve exceptionally well and are fully included in school life
- Exemplary behaviour and conduct, with impeccable manners and exceptionally strong relationships between staff and pupils
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with school leaders creating an open and positive culture that puts pupils' interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
Author celebration days, fundraising events, mental health champion roles, cooking activities, physical education, art and design projects
Nicol Mere School is an outstanding primary school where pupils are immensely proud and happy to attend. The school provides exceptional care, guidance, and a vast array of enriching events and activities.
At a Glance
23.4%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has remained stable at around 97%. Maths has remained stable at around 97%. Writing has remained stable at around 97%.
Class Sizes
30.0
Avg class size
30.0
Infant (KS1)
30.0
KS2
11
Total classes
2 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
100%
Over capacity
418 pupils
420 capacity
2 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Wigan
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Admissions Demand - Wigan
Places available
3,894
Applications
3,601
Got 1st preference
89.7%
Got preferred school
97.0%
Primary admissions across Wigan (2025/26)
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Pupil Absence2024/25
3.35033%
Overall absence
3.81471%
Persistent absence
367
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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