Progress Arc Billinge School
School summary
Progress Arc Billinge School is a notably small independent school near Wigan, with around 45 pupils on its roll. Its size places it among the more intimate settings a family might consider, where pupils are likely to be known individually rather than lost in a crowd. The school is co-educational, takes boarders, and has no religious affiliation. It is led by headteacher Ms Gemma Dixon and is inspected by the ISI.
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Teaching & academics
Entry is at age 11, with an 11+ assessment forming part of the admissions process. Families drawn to the school will need to prepare for this entry point.
Head · Ms Gemma Dixon
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
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A small, non-denominational independent with boarding provision, suited to families who value a close-knit environment over scale.
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Progress Arc Billinge School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.