St Mary's CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled school serving families in Wigan and the wider Wigan area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

St Mary's CofE Primary School caters for mixed pupils from 4 to 11 years. With 256 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 315, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 17 April 2024, rated the school Good. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.