The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College, Wigan
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 3 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
This school excels at helping young people develop into respectful, confident citizens who understand the importance of serving their community. Teachers know pupils very well and provide tailored support so that all - including those with SEND and disadvantaged pupils - can achieve their potential. The school's Christian values and the 'Reach' curriculum create a calm, safe haven where pupils can be themselves without fear of bullying or discrimination.
Key Strengths
- Personal development and wellbeing programme (the 'Reach' curriculum) that helps pupils develop morally and spiritually
- Wide range of clubs, activities and trips tailored to all pupils including those with SEND and disadvantaged pupils
- Strong pastoral support systems with timely access to specialist external advice
- Recent improvements in attainment for disadvantaged pupils at GCSE
- Well-sequenced, ambitious curriculum with effective teaching that helps pupils deepen their understanding
Areas for Improvement
- Attendance rates for all pupils, particularly disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND - improvement plans are at an early stage
- Some recent leadership actions need more time to show long-term positive outcomes
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met. Leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
sporting clubs, performing arts clubs, palaeontology club, charity runs, food bank volunteering, Year 12 work experience placements, leadership programmes for older pupils supporting younger pupils, form-time sessions and assemblies delivered by students
The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College is a well-led school where pupils thrive both academically and personally. Leaders have created a safe, inclusive environment with a strong focus on moral and spiritual development alongside excellent academic outcomes.
At a Glance
32.1%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
20.6
Avg class size
65
Total classes
17 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
98%
Near capacity
1,365 pupils
1,389 capacity
24 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Wigan
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Admissions Demand - Wigan
Places available
4,050
Applications
3,703
Got 1st preference
88.4%
Got preferred school
96.4%
Secondary admissions across Wigan (2025/26)
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Pupil Absence2024/25
8.77983%
Overall absence
24.43048%
Persistent absence
1,273
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School
Mab's Cross Primary School
Wigan St Andrew's CofE Junior and Infant School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
St Catharine's CofE Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
CEWE School
St Mark's CofE Primary School
Beech Hill Community Primary School
Britannia Bridge Primary School
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