Whitley Lodge First School
URN: 108600 • Whitley Bay NE26 3HW
Overview
- Name
- Whitley Lodge First School
- URN
- 108600
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennifer Palmer (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01916433330
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woodburn Drive, Whitley Bay NE26 3HW
Summary
Whitley Lodge First School is a community primary school located in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside. The school caters to a mixed-gender population of 259 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 230. With a focus on providing a supportive and inclusive environment, the school aims to foster the personal and academic development of each child.
The curriculum at Whitley Lodge First School is designed to engage students and promote a love for learning. The school places emphasis on a well-rounded education, incorporating both academic subjects and creative pursuits. Additionally, the school is committed to supporting families, with 8.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to inclusivity and community support.
Parents can find more information about school events and updates on the official website. The school community is actively involved in creating a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive both socially and academically, preparing them for their future educational journeys.
The curriculum at Whitley Lodge First School is designed to engage students and promote a love for learning. The school places emphasis on a well-rounded education, incorporating both academic subjects and creative pursuits. Additionally, the school is committed to supporting families, with 8.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to inclusivity and community support.
Parents can find more information about school events and updates on the official website. The school community is actively involved in creating a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive both socially and academically, preparing them for their future educational journeys.
Useful links
- Parent Governors (governance)
- Inclusion (sen)
- View full calendar (calendar)
- School Prospectus (download)
- IQM Flagship School for Inclusion (download)
- October Half Term (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- School Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Coquet Park First School (74.7)
- Marine Park First School (71.8)
- Star of the Sea RC VA Primary (68.3)
- Southridge First School (66.8)
- South Wellfield First School (64.7)
Key details
- LA
- North Tyneside
- Age range
- 3 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 230
- Pupils
- 259
- Boys
- 124
- Girls
- 135
- FSM %
- 8.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 259 | 124 | 135 | 230 | 8.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 266 | 133 | 133 | 230 | 9.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 276 | 146 | 130 | 230 | 6.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 276 | 146 | 130 | 230 | 6.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 284 | 154 | 130 | 230 | 5.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 271 | 149 | 122 | 230 | 4.70 |
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