Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire
| Type | Primary |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Shenley Road Wigston Leicestershire LE18 3QL |
| Phone | 01162882203 |
| Reference Number | 138090 |
Description
betaSaint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy is a primary school located in Wigston, Leicestershire (LE18 3QL) that upholds a Catholic education philosophy. As a voluntary academy, it is governed by the Diocese of Leicester and sponsored by Catholic education trusts, operating under the values and principles of the Roman Catholic Church. A few notable facts about Saint John Fisher are:
- The school serves children aged 4–11 from Reception through Year 6.
- It holds a Good rating from Ofsted, with particular strengths being its pupils' outstanding personal development, their strong achievement across all subjects, and the exceptionally strong leadership and management.
- The Campsmount Learning Trust is the multi-academy trust responsible for the governing body, bringing expertise and resources to the school community.
Established in 1970, Saint John Fisher is one of three Catholic primaries in the Wigston area and is a highly supported school both by its parents and the wider community. Known for its nurturing environment, strong academic progress, and creative approach to teaching, the school provides children with a solid foundation for life-long learning in line with Gospel values. Throughout the year, it hosts various events for pupils and the community, including celebrating faith, culture, and achievement, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 212 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 46.23%
Girls: 53.77% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 5.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 17.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 30.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 31.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 30 |
| 2 | 15 | 13 | 28 |
| 3 | 8 | 23 | 31 |
| 4 | 17 | 14 | 31 |
| 5 | 16 | 16 | 32 |
| 6 | 13 | 19 | 32 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 52.8% |
| African | 18.4% |
| Indian | 8.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.7% |
| White, Other | 4.7% |
| Pakistani | 2.8% |
| White & Asian | 1.9% |
| Asian, Other | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | This school has not had a rating yet. |
| Last Inspection Date | 2021-12-17 |
| Date | Description | Report |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-11-09 | School inspection | School inspection |
| 2016-06-21 | Short inspection | Short inspection |
| 2014-03-28 | Interim assessment | Interim assessment |
| 2012-08-10 | Academy conversion letter | Academy conversion letter |
| Previously as Saint John Fisher Catholic Primary School, Wigston, Leicestershire | ||
| 2011-05-19 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2008-04-22 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2004-05-24 | Full inspection | Full inspection |
| 2011-05-19 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2008-04-22 | Full inspection: | Full inspection: |
| 2004-05-24 | Full inspection | Full inspection |
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 15 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 24 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 15 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 24 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 14 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 18 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 15 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 24 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 8 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 7 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 24 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 14 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 24 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 14 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 14 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 16 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 14 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 24 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 21 | 3 |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 108 | Unlock | Unlock |
| Maths | 108 | Unlock | Unlock |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3.6 | Unlock | Unlock |
| Writing | 1.5 | Unlock | Unlock |
| Maths | 4 | Unlock | Unlock |
How many students meet the standards
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A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
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Langmoor Primary School Oadby
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The Meadow Community Primary School
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All Saints Church of England Primary School
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Brocks Hill Primary School
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Launde Primary School
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Overdale Infant School
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Overdale Junior School
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Water Leys Primary School
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St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy
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1.48 miles |
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Fairfield Community Primary School
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Woodland Grange Primary School
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1.53 miles |
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Thythorn Field Community Primary School
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1.55 miles |
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Brookside Primary School
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1.61 miles |
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Holy Cross Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy
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1.72 miles |
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St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
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1.72 miles |
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Saint Albert the Great Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
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1.72 miles |
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St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
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1.72 miles |
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Gartree High School
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0.91 miles |
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Wigston Birkett House Community Special School
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0.96 miles |
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Beauchamp College
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1.02 miles |
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Wigston Academy
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1.17 miles |
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Wigston College
Station Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 2DS |
1.36 miles |
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Lancaster Academy
Knighton Lane East, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 6FU |
1.58 miles |
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Manor High School
Copse Close, Oadby, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 4FU |
1.71 miles |
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English Martyrs' Catholic School, A Voluntary Academy
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1.72 miles |
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St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy
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1.72 miles |
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Millgate School
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1.82 miles |
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Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School
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1.83 miles |
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Sir Jonathan North Girls' College
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1.84 miles |
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South Wigston High School
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2.1 miles |
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St Crispin's School
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2.16 miles |
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WQE and Regent College Group
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2.22 miles |
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Judgemeadow Community College
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2.29 miles |
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Crown Hills Community College
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2.45 miles |
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Ash Field Academy
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2.58 miles |
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Imam Muhammad Adam Institute Boys School
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2.69 miles |
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The City of Leicester College
Downing Drive, Evington, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 6LN |
2.71 miles |