Best 3 Not applicable schools in Wigan – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy (Not applicable) in Hindley, Wigan; Rowan Tree Primary School (Not applicable) in Manchester; Hope School (Not applicable) in Wigan — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy, Rowan Tree Primary School and Hope School. They are not applicable phase and academy alternative provision sponsor led and community special school type located around Hindley, Wigan, Greater Manchester, Manchester, Lancashire and Wigan, Greater Manchester. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy), published Mar 2018. The most recent inspection on record is for Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy (Mar 2018). average roll around ≈ 150, combined total ≈ 500, typical FSM 45–50%, range 30–35%–70–75%; all within the The Rowan Learning Trust trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy WN2 3RX	Rowan Tree Primary School M46 9HP	Hope School WN3 6SP
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Academy alternative provision sponsor led	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Community special school
Location	Hindley, Wigan Greater Manchester WN2 3RX	Manchester Lancashire M46 9HP	Wigan Greater Manchester WN3 6SP
Latest Ofsted	1 16 Mar 2018	1 19 Oct 2017	1 17 Jul 2014
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	70–75% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	193	128	200
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy		Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	The Rowan Learning Trust	Wigan (359)	Wigan (359)
Website	www.ttapa.net	www.rowantree.wigan.sch.uk	www.hope.wigan.sch.uk
Telephone	01942932760	01942883928	01942824150
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy

WN2 3RX

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy alternative provision sponsor led
Location: Hindley, Wigan
Greater Manchester
WN2 3RX
Ofsted: 1 16 Mar 2018
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 70–75% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Rowan Learning Trust
Website: www.ttapa.net
Telephone: 01942932760

Rowan Tree Primary School

M46 9HP

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Manchester
Lancashire
M46 9HP
Ofsted: 1 19 Oct 2017
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Wigan (359)
Website: www.rowantree.wigan.sch.uk
Telephone: 01942883928

Hope School

WN3 6SP

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Wigan
Greater Manchester
WN3 6SP
Ofsted: 1 17 Jul 2014
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Wigan (359)
Website: www.hope.wigan.sch.uk
Telephone: 01942824150

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.