Welcome to "Our Family"...

Admissions 2025

If your child was born between 1st September 2020 and 31st August 2021, they will start reception class at the start of the new school year in September 2025.

Wigan Council's online application is now available online. CLICK HERE to go to Wigan Council's web page.

If you missed our Open Days, please contact the school office to request a tour of the school on 01257 422 975.

Mid-year admissions, we have a number of places available in our Year 5 and Reception classes, please contact the school office if you are moving into the area and considering a school for your child.

Welcome to our school.

"Pupils love coming to school and they thrive..."
Ofsted - Feb 2023

"Leaders and staff enable pupils to shine at St Marie’s Catholic Primary School. Pupils love coming to school and they thrive."

"Their happiness is reflected in their exceptionally positive attitudes to learning. Leaders want pupils to achieve the very best outcomes. They are highly successful in making this happen. Pupils are remarkably well prepared for the next stage in their education."
Ofsted - Feb 2023

External Validation & Accreditations

Admissions 2025

Admissions to our School

Wigan LA will only offer ONE school place to each child, please ensure you select St Marie's as your first choice in order to secure the best chance of being offered a place at our school. If you would like to discuss your application please do not hesitate to contact us on 01257 422975.

For each new September intake there are 30 places at school for Reception Year children, if 30 children or less apply for a place ALL children who apply will be offered a place, however if more than 30 children apply, places will be allocated with reference to the school's Admissions policy. For more information please CLICK HERE

Frequently Asked Questions about Admission can be found by CLICKING HERE

Late applications/Preference changes

If you have not yet applied for a primary school place, or you wish to change your mind about the preferences or the order of preferences after the closing date, you must complete a late application form.

Wigan LA Late application form - Primary

Newsletters

Issue 12

27 December 2024

The first week of Advent

Advent is a special time when we wait in hope for the coming of Jesus. We have hope that Jesus will one day come again and make all things new.

CAFOD

At this time of year, we aim to raise some money for CAFOD in support of our neighbours around
the world who are in need. On the day of Christmas dinner (Wednesday 11th December), children
are invited to wear a Christmas jumper or accessory and bring in a donation of £1 for the
collection bucket.

Issue 11

22 November 2024

In this weekend’s Gospel

God sent his Son to show us how to live. Help us to listen to the truth and to follow Jesus’ example in our lives.

CAFOD Fundraising

At this time of year, we aim to raise some money for CAFOD in support of our neighbours around the world who are in need. On the day of Christmas dinner (Wednesday 11th December), children are invited to wear a Christmas jumper or accessory and bring in a donation of £1 for the collection bucket.

Issue 10

15 November 2024

In this weekend’s Gospel

At the end of time, Jesus will return in power and glory and will welcome all those who have been chosen to join him in the kingdom of Heaven.

Christmas Colour Hamper Raffle

This year, we are having a colour themed Christmas Hamper raffle. Each class will be given a colour and families are asked to donate something suitable to go into a Christmas hamper. There will be a competition between the classes for the best hamper. These hampers will then be raffled (£1 a ticket via parent pay). The raffle will take place in school on Thursday 19th December.