R L Hughes Primary School is a community primary school located in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, Lancashire. The school serves a diverse community and welcomes mixed-gender pupils aged 3 to 11 years, with a total enrolment of approximately 440 students, just below its capacity of 460. The school is dedicated to nurturing young minds and fostering a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially. R L Hughes Primary School does not have a religious character and operates under the local authority maintained school framework. The school is known for its friendly atmosphere and commitment to providing a holistic education experience, reflected in its motto of 'Exploring, learning, growing together.'
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1 published inspection on file since November 2019.
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)