Whitefriars Primary School

URN: 121909 • Rushden NN10 9HX

Overview

Name
Whitefriars Primary School
URN
121909
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lucy Burman (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Boughton Drive, Rushden NN10 9HX

Summary

Whitefriars Primary School is a mixed community school located in Rushden, North Northamptonshire, with a current enrollment of 411 pupils and a capacity of 420. Established in September 2017, the school was formed through the amalgamation of the former Whitefriars Junior and Infant Schools. It operates under the Tove Learning Trust, reflecting a commitment to collaborative educational excellence.

The school emphasizes a strong ethos centered on community values and inclusivity. With 22.4% of students eligible for free school meals, Whitefriars is dedicated to providing support and resources to ensure all children thrive academically and socially. The curriculum is designed to foster a love of learning, with a particular focus on maths mastery in partnership with the East Midlands Maths Hub.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and various opportunities for involvement are provided. The school aims to create a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. For more information, visit the school's website.

Key details

LA
North Northamptonshire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
411
Boys
210
Girls
201
FSM %
22.40
Open date
Close date
2024-11-30
Last Ofsted
2022-02-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 411 210 201 420 22.40
2024-09-11 411 210 201 420 22.40
2023-09-11 411 222 189 420 17.50
2022-09-11 411 222 189 420 17.50
2021-09-11 413 221 192 420 15.70
2020-09-11 408 212 196 420 11.50

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