Whittington Primary School

URN: 124140 • Lichfield WS14 9LG

Overview

Name
Whittington Primary School
URN
124140
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
N Leeson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Common Lane, Lichfield WS14 9LG

Summary

Whittington Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Lichfield, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 309 pupils and a capacity of 336. The school aims to provide a high-quality education through a well-planned and enriched curriculum that builds on students' prior knowledge and skills. The focus is on inspiring a love of learning, preparing pupils for their future educational journeys.

The school fosters a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to develop respectful and empathetic attitudes towards their peers and their learning. Personal development is a key aspect of school life, with opportunities for pupils to engage in a variety of enriched experiences that promote their talents and interests. Strong leadership ensures that high standards are maintained to achieve the best possible outcomes for all students.

Admissions for the nursery and reception classes are managed through Staffordshire County Council, with specific application timelines outlined for parents. The school is committed to involving parents in the educational process, offering resources and guidance to support their children's learning and development.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
336
Pupils
309
Boys
157
Girls
152
FSM %
5.50
Open date
Close date
2022-10-31
Last Ofsted
2018-05-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 309 157 152 336 5.50
2024-09-11 309 157 152 336 5.50
2023-09-11 309 157 152 336 5.50
2022-09-11 309 157 152 336 5.50
2021-09-11 306 153 153 331 4.90
2020-09-11 298 152 146 339 3.00

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