Whitefield Infant School and Nursery
URN: 119179 • Nelson BB9 7HF
Overview
- Name
- Whitefield Infant School and Nursery
- URN
- 119179
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 71.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- E Mason (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01282612807
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Every Street, Nelson BB9 7HF
Summary
Whitefield Infant School and Nursery is a community primary school located in Nelson, Lancashire, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 3 to 7. With a current enrollment of 332 students and a capacity of 348, the school serves a diverse community, with 31% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, ensuring that each child feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
The curriculum at Whitefield Infant School focuses on providing a well-rounded education that promotes both academic and personal development. The school prioritises early years education, laying a strong foundation for lifelong learning through engaging and interactive teaching methods. Parents are encouraged to participate in their children's education, fostering a collaborative relationship between home and school.
Whitefield Infant School also values community involvement, aiming to create strong ties with local families and organisations. The school regularly updates parents on important dates and events, ensuring they are informed and engaged in their children's educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.whitefield-inf.lancs.sch.uk.
The curriculum at Whitefield Infant School focuses on providing a well-rounded education that promotes both academic and personal development. The school prioritises early years education, laying a strong foundation for lifelong learning through engaging and interactive teaching methods. Parents are encouraged to participate in their children's education, fostering a collaborative relationship between home and school.
Whitefield Infant School also values community involvement, aiming to create strong ties with local families and organisations. The school regularly updates parents on important dates and events, ensuring they are informed and engaged in their children's educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.whitefield-inf.lancs.sch.uk.
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- School Videos (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School (66.7)
- Blacko Primary School (63.9)
- Blacko Primary School (63.3)
- Pendle Primary Academy (62.7)
- Walverden Primary School (62.4)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 348
- Pupils
- 332
- Boys
- 154
- Girls
- 178
- FSM %
- 31.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-10-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 332 | 154 | 178 | 348 | 31.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 326 | 153 | 173 | 348 | 18.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 337 | 152 | 185 | 348 | 23.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 337 | 152 | 185 | 348 | 23.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 343 | 169 | 174 | 270 | 19.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 348 | 177 | 171 | 270 | 13.00 |
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