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What is Leigh Central Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Leigh Central Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Leigh Central Primary School located?

Leigh Central Primary School is located in Leigh, Lancashire, North West, WN7 1UY.

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Leigh Central Primary School serves students aged 4 to 11.

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Leigh Central Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Leigh Central Primary School

Leigh Central Primary School is a primary community school in Leigh, North West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this community school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Leigh Central Primary School has 53% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 100 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 0.0%, 35% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.2%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected53%Attendance93.8%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Strong75% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Leigh Central Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 4–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 100 pupils
SEN support: 23% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Pupils who need extra support — 23% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 41/100

Average surroundings

Air quality36/100

Transport access50/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Leigh Central Primary School

At Leigh Central Primary School, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

73% met the expected standard in reading and 67% in maths.

Attendance at Leigh Central Primary School

Leigh Central Primary School has an overall absence rate of 6.2%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Leigh Central Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Leigh Central Primary School is 0.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Leigh Central Primary School

Leigh Central Primary School has 100 pupils on roll.

35% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

23% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Leigh Central Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

Leigh Central Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Leigh Central Primary School is due for reinspection this year (2026).

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Leigh Central Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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