Castle Hill St Philip's CofE Primary School
Voluntary aided primary school in Wigan (Wigan).
Location
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We are a loving, Christian family and our Christian Values are at the heart of all we do. Inspired by Jesus, we cultivate strong relationships between the school, church, parents/carers and the wider community to inspire us all to become lifelong, resilient learners able to flourish in all that we do and experience the joy and hope of 'life in all its fullness' (John 10: 10).
At Castle Hill St Philip's learning has no limits. Our Christian Values are Love, Respect, Forgiveness, Perseverance, Responsibility and Resilience. --> --> --> --> --> If our facebook feed does not display for you, you can view it directly HERE
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Key facts
- URN
- 106472
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Wigan
- Constituency
- Makerfield
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (6 current, 2 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverend Susan Fulford | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2014 · until 2026 ends 2026 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Laura Wilson | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr John Rudd | Governor | Appointed by LA | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mr David Barker | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Miss Karen Melling | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Wendy Hilton | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2008 · until 2050 |
| Mrs Catherine Wilcock Former | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2018 · term ended 2026 |
| Miss Phyllis Bold Former | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2006 · term ended 2026 |
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