Richard Whittington Primary School

URN: 117346 • Bishop's Stortford CM23 3NP

Overview

Name
Richard Whittington Primary School
URN
117346
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Craig Wood (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Thornbera Gardens, Bishop's Stortford CM23 3NP

Summary

Richard Whittington Primary School is a community school located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 304 pupils, with a capacity for 330. The school is committed to fostering an environment where children can thrive through ambition, collaboration, and challenge. The ethos emphasizes high standards and the importance of working together, both within the school community and with other educational institutions.

The curriculum at Richard Whittington is designed to support academic, moral, and social development, ensuring that children achieve their full potential. The school promotes resilience and reflection, encouraging students to learn from their mistakes and grow through challenges. Respect and care for one another are core values, fostering a supportive atmosphere where every child's voice is valued.

The school also engages with parents and the wider community, offering open mornings for prospective nursery and reception students. With a focus on collaboration and best practices, Richard Whittington Primary School aims to provide a nurturing environment that enriches the learning experience for all its pupils.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
330
Pupils
304
Boys
172
Girls
132
FSM %
16.20
Open date
Close date
2024-08-31
Last Ofsted
2019-11-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 304 172 132 330 16.20
2024-09-11 304 172 132 330 16.20
2023-09-11 315 162 153 330 13.10
2022-09-11 315 162 153 315 13.10
2021-09-11 318 156 162 360 13.60
2020-09-11 305 160 145 360 7.60

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