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What is Mab's Cross Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Mab's Cross Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Mab's Cross Primary School located?

Mab's Cross Primary School is located in Wigan, Lancashire, North West, WN1 1XL.

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Mab's Cross Primary School serves students aged 4 to 11.

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Mab's Cross Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Mab's Cross Primary School

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In terms of academic performance, Mab's Cross Primary School has 71% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 241 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 14.2%, 21% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.7%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected71%Attendance95.3%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Computed from 21 government data points. Not based on student reviews.

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 Mab's Cross 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: 241 pupils
SEN support: 10% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 71% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

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: 47/100

Average surroundings

Air quality37/100

Transport access33/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Mab's Cross Primary School

At Mab's Cross Primary School, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

84% met the expected standard in reading and 83% in maths.

Attendance at Mab's Cross Primary School

Mab's Cross Primary School has an overall absence rate of 4.7%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Mab's Cross Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Mab's Cross Primary School is 14.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Mab's Cross Primary School

Mab's Cross Primary School has 241 pupils on roll.

21% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

10% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Mab's Cross Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

Mab's Cross Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in March 2022 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Mab's Cross 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 Mab's Cross 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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