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St Paul's Church Of England Primary School - Nurturing Faith and Learning in Wigan
St Paul's Church Of England Primary School is a small educational institution rooted in Christian values, serving the Wigan community. Our bespoke Curriculum of Grace integrates academic excellence with spiritual development, fostering a deep understanding of the world through historical, cultural, and faith-based perspectives. We prioritise holistic learning, combining the National Curriculum with Christian teachings to cultivate resilience, curiosity, and moral responsibility.Our dedicated staff and governors ensure a safe, inclusive environment where pupils explore their faith and others, supported by strong ties to St Paul's Church. Through initiatives like Wellspring and international charity partnerships, we extend our educational mission beyond the classroom to nurture compassionate, globally aware citizens.
Services
Primary Education
Christian Education
History Curriculum
Community Engagement
Faith Development
Highlights and features
- We integrate Christian values with the National Curriculum for holistic development
- Our bespoke Curriculum of Grace promotes critical thinking and global awareness
- Strong partnerships with St Paul's Church enhance spiritual and community learning
- Specialist history and RE teaching develops cultural and historical understanding
- We support international and local charitable initiatives through our ethos programme
Services
Primary Education
Deliver comprehensive education for children aged 4-11 through a Christian-centred curriculum. Our approach combines academic excellence with spiritual development, fostering critical thinking and moral responsibility while meeting National Curriculum standards. Lessons incorporate historical, cultural, and faith-based perspectives.
Christian Education
Provide structured religious education based on Blackburn Diocese teachings. Weekly collective worship, prayer spaces, and church partnerships help pupils explore Christianity and other faiths. Our Ethos Committee ensures Christian values permeate all subjects through biblical quotes and value-based learning.
History Curriculum
Teach chronological understanding of British and world history with local focus on Wigan's industrial heritage. Pupils develop source analysis skills through primary and secondary materials, examining historical change and its impact on modern society while building subject-specific vocabulary.
Community Engagement
Strengthen community ties through Wellspring initiatives, church collaborations, and charity work. Weekly worship opportunities, food parcel distribution, and international sponsorship programmes demonstrate our commitment to compassionate citizenship and practical Christian service.
Faith Development
Cultivate personal spirituality through daily prayer, annual church celebrations, and value-based learning. Each class focuses on a Christian value linked to British values, promoting moral character development and understanding of Christianity's role in shaping responsible citizenship.
People
Mr Adam Rigby
Head of School
Mr Rigby leads St Paul's Church Of England Primary School with a vision for Christian education that combines academic excellence with spiritual growth. He oversees the implementation of the Curriculum of Grace and maintains strong community partnerships.
Questions
What makes St Paul's CofE Primary School unique?
Our Christian-centred Curriculum of Grace combines academic excellence with spiritual development, supported by strong church partnerships and community engagement initiatives.
How does the school incorporate Christian values into learning?
Christian values permeate all subjects through biblical quotes, value-based learning, and weekly collective worship led by our vicar and Ethos Committee.
What historical topics do pupils study?
Pupils explore British history with local focus on Wigan's industrial heritage, developing source analysis skills through primary and secondary materials.
How does the school support community development?
Through Wellspring initiatives, we provide food parcels, host weekly worship opportunities, and partner with international charities like New Hope For Africa.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer a range of after-school clubs and special events including Prayer Spaces, Christmas celebrations, and educational church visits.
