Whittingham Primary Academy
URN: 139317 • London E17 5QX
Overview
- Name
- Whittingham Primary Academy
- URN
- 139317
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Courtney Thompson (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02085233228
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Higham Hill Road, London E17 5QX
Summary
Whittingham Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Waltham Forest, London, with a current enrollment of 363 pupils and a capacity of 450. As an academy converter, the school operates under the United Learning trust, which emphasizes a commitment to high educational standards and community involvement. The school serves a diverse student population, with 28.4% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its inclusive ethos.
The curriculum at Whittingham Primary is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. The school offers a variety of subjects, including history, and places a strong emphasis on fostering values and a positive learning environment. Parents can find detailed information about the curriculum and school meals on the academy's website.
Additionally, Whittingham Primary provides support for families through its YMCA Before and After School Club, ensuring that children have access to quality care and enrichment activities outside of regular school hours. The school aims to build a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration to enhance the educational experience for all students.
The curriculum at Whittingham Primary is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. The school offers a variety of subjects, including history, and places a strong emphasis on fostering values and a positive learning environment. Parents can find detailed information about the curriculum and school meals on the academy's website.
Additionally, Whittingham Primary provides support for families through its YMCA Before and After School Club, ensuring that children have access to quality care and enrichment activities outside of regular school hours. The school aims to build a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration to enhance the educational experience for all students.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Consents and Forms (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Click here to read our Ofsted report following our recent inspection! (download)
- HOME (other)
- ABOUT US (other)
- United Learning (other)
- ADMISSIONS (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Elmhurst Primary School (82.7)
- Fielding Primary School (82.3)
- Wimbledon Park Primary School (81.4)
- Coleridge Primary School (80.5)
- Yerbury Primary School (80.5)
Key details
- LA
- Waltham Forest
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 450
- Pupils
- 363
- Boys
- 189
- Girls
- 174
- FSM %
- 28.40
- Open date
- 2013-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-02-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 363 | 189 | 174 | 450 | 28.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 399 | 204 | 195 | 450 | 27.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 425 | 230 | 195 | 450 | 25.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 425 | 230 | 195 | 450 | 25.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 411 | 226 | 185 | 450 | 22.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 426 | 235 | 191 | 450 | 16.40 |
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