Whittlefield Primary School
URN: 119262 • Burnley BB12 0HL
Overview
- Name
- Whittlefield Primary School
- URN
- 119262
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jane Thistlethwaite (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01282429419
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Tabor Street, Burnley BB12 0HL
Summary
Whittlefield Primary School is a community school located in Burnley, Lancashire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 206 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values excellence and creativity, aiming to prepare students for the challenges of an ever-changing world. The dedicated staff work to create a safe and supportive atmosphere, ensuring that each child can grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
The curriculum at Whittlefield is broad and balanced, designed to challenge pupils to explore their interests and develop new skills. The school places a strong emphasis on building character and resilience, encouraging students to leave as confident and compassionate individuals. Parental involvement is highly valued, with the school recognizing the importance of collaboration between home and school to enhance the educational experience.
Whittlefield Primary School celebrates diversity within its community, welcoming all families and understanding the unique stories each individual brings. The school invites prospective parents and the wider community to engage with its vibrant school life and learn more about its ethos and values.
The curriculum at Whittlefield is broad and balanced, designed to challenge pupils to explore their interests and develop new skills. The school places a strong emphasis on building character and resilience, encouraging students to leave as confident and compassionate individuals. Parental involvement is highly valued, with the school recognizing the importance of collaboration between home and school to enhance the educational experience.
Whittlefield Primary School celebrates diversity within its community, welcoming all families and understanding the unique stories each individual brings. The school invites prospective parents and the wider community to engage with its vibrant school life and learn more about its ethos and values.
Useful links
- Key Stage 2 results (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 206
- Boys
- 110
- Girls
- 96
- FSM %
- 36.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 206 | 110 | 96 | 210 | 36.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 225 | 125 | 100 | 210 | 35.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 228 | 117 | 111 | 210 | 33.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 228 | 117 | 111 | 210 | 33.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 231 | 116 | 115 | 210 | 35.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 240 | 115 | 125 | 210 | 30.90 |
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