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
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.
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.
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Nearby alternatives
- Greysbrooke Primary School (74.3)
- Streethay Primary School (72.4)
- Willows Primary School (69.6)
- St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School (67.8)
- Christ Church CofE (C) Primary School (67.2)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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