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St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield

Wigan, United Kingdom
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About St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield

St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School is a secondary school located in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, United Kingdom. The school is named after St. Edmund Arrowsmith, a martyr and one of the 40 Martyrs of England and Wales. It emphasizes a strong Catholic ethos, promoting values of respect, compassion, and academic excellence. The school aims to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging students to achieve their full potential both academically and personally. The curriculum at St Edmund Arrowsmith is designed to cater to a wide range of interests and abilities, offering a variety of subjects at both GCSE and A-Level. The school boasts modern facilities, including science laboratories, sports facilities, and dedicated spaces for the arts. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, the school has built a reputation for nurturing students and preparing them for future challenges, whether in further education or the workforce.

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Key Facts

Students 800

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 29 responses • 2.4% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

93.1% positive 6.9% negative

My child feels safe at this school

96.6% positive 3.5% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

82.7% positive 13.8% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

93.1% positive 3.5% negative

My child does well at this school

89.6% positive 10.3% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 29 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
70.7
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

51.5
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
+0.16
Progress 8
Above average
56.9%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
74.9%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

28.5% entered EBacc
20.5% achieved EBacc
239 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

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