Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire — Primary School in Wigston

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Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire

Wigston, LE18 3QL

208 Pupils

211 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

6.30% FSM %

100 Boys

108 Girls

About Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire

Located in Wigston (LE18 3QL), Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire is a mixed-gender Primary school for pupils aged 4–11 with a Roman Catholic character, classified as Academies and situated within the local authority of Leicestershire.

It has 208 pupils on roll. School capacity: 211. Current headteacher: A Gallagher.

Data for Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire comes from the Department for Education's official establishment register. For the most up-to-date admissions or contact details, visit the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Leicestershire
Region	East Midlands
Administrative District	Oadby and Wigston
Parliamentary Constituency	Harborough, Oadby and Wigston
Ward	Wigston St Wolstan's
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Opened	01-04-2012
UKPRN	10037101
URN	138090
Data Last Updated	29-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (5)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Helen Ladkin	Chair of Local Governing Body	01/07/2019	30/06/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Edward Hayes	Local Governor	01/04/2021	31/03/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Taiwo Odude	Local Governor	01/11/2023	31/10/2027	Elected by parents
Mr Oluyinka Oyeniji	Local Governor	01/11/2023	31/10/2027	Elected by parents
Ms Lisa Smith-Lester	Local Governor	01/09/2019	31/08/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Glenmere Community Primary School

0.48 km • Wigston

Other

The Meadow Community Primary School

0.62 km • Wigston

Other

Langmoor Primary School Oadby

0.7 km • Leicester

Other

All Saints Church of England Primary School

1.12 km • Wigston

Other

Brocks Hill Primary School

1.37 km • Leicester

Other

Launde Primary School

1.5 km • Leicestershire

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire?

Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Wigston, Leicestershire.

How many pupils does Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire have?

Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire has 208 pupils, with a capacity of 211.

What is the age range at Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire?

Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire a faith school?

Yes, Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire?

The Headteacher at Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire is Mr A Gallagher.

Where is Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire located?

Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire is at Shenley Road, Wigston, LE18 3QL, in the Leicestershire local authority, East Midlands.

Does Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire currently open?

Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr A Gallagher

Shenley Road, Wigston, LE18 3QL

01162882203

www.stjohnfisher-wigston.leics.sch.uk

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 138090

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026