South Wigston High School is a mixed secondary academy located in St Thomas Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 4TA. Established as an academy converter, the school serves students aged 11 to 16, with a current population of approximately 783 pupils out of a capacity of 860. The school's catchment area includes the surrounding urban community of Wigston, providing access to education for a diverse demographic. With no religious character, South Wigston High School embraces inclusivity and welcomes students from various backgrounds. The school operates under the motto of fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, although specific motto details were not provided. Parents and students seeking a community-oriented school with a focus on personal development and academic growth will find South Wigston High School to be a viable option.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 1 May 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
5 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Full re-inspection after serious weaknesses were found
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Monitoring visit (serious weaknesses)
Full re-inspection after a Requires Improvement rating
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Monitoring visit (school was rated Requires Improvement)
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Monitoring visit (school was rated Requires Improvement)