Marus Bridge Primary School
Kelvin Grove, Marus Bridge, Wigan, WN3 6SPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Marus Bridge Primary School is a primary school in Wigan for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 136 schools in Wigan. It ranks 25th of 68 primary schools in Wigan. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2012.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 18 September 2012, report published 10 October 2012
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 11 March 2025
Pupils relish attending this happy and welcoming school. They follow the school's motto to 'learn, enjoy and achieve' with enthusiasm. Many pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), meet the school's high expectations for their academic and wider achievements. The school is founded on positive relationships. Pupils blossom from the care and compassion which permeate all parts of the school Their behaviour is excellent. Pupils are polite and highly considerate of others. They are true advocates for their school. From the very beginning of the early years, children learn to play harmoniously together. Pupils make sure no one is left out and extend their friendship towards others. They take great pride in welcoming visitors to their school with kind words, an open door and a ready smile. Pupils are proud of the leadership roles that they hold, such as school councillors, planet protectors and playground buddies. They help to develop the social skills of children in the early years, and they make sure that the environment is safe and tidy for all to enjoy. The school provides a range of exciting clubs, from judo and fencing to gardening and chess. These broaden and develop pupils' talents and interests in new and exciting ways.
What the school should improve
- In a couple of wider curriculum subjects, some pupils have gaps in their knowledge which have not been identified or addressed as well as they might. This affects how well some pupils learn and remember the important subject content. The school should ensure that any gaps are identified and addressed so that pupils can build their knowledge securely in these newly revised subjects.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
57 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
400 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Marus Bridge Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Church of England Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Wigan | 0.5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 84% met the expected standard |
| Winstanley Community Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 68% met the expected standard |
| Wigan Worsley Mesnes Community Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 52% met the expected standard |
| St Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE ROWAN LEARNING TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Ross Aldridge
- Phone
- 01942248129
- Address
- Kelvin Grove, Marus Bridge, Wigan, WN3 6SP
- Local authority
- Wigan
- URN
- 143498
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.