Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy
URN: 141314 • King's Lynn PE30 5AH
Overview
- Name
- Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy
- URN
- 141314
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 73.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- M Tuckwood (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01553761001
- Website
- Visit Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy website
- Address
-
Whitefriars Road, King's Lynn PE30 5AH
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Summary
Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed academy located in King's Lynn, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 382 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school operates under a strong Christian ethos, aiming to provide a high-quality education within the context of Christian beliefs and practices. Close ties with local churches, including King’s Lynn Minster and All Saints’ churches, reinforce this religious foundation.
The school's vision, "Building the House on Rock," encourages students to develop positive personal traits and virtues that promote wise reflection, eager learning, integrity, and cooperation. This holistic approach aims to equip pupils with the qualities necessary to thrive in society. Whitefriars fosters a supportive and caring environment, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and partnership with parents to achieve educational goals.
With a focus on character development and academic excellence, Whitefriars strives to create a stimulating and secure atmosphere where every child can reach their full potential. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school and participate in their child's educational journey.
The school's vision, "Building the House on Rock," encourages students to develop positive personal traits and virtues that promote wise reflection, eager learning, integrity, and cooperation. This holistic approach aims to equip pupils with the qualities necessary to thrive in society. Whitefriars fosters a supportive and caring environment, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and partnership with parents to achieve educational goals.
With a focus on character development and academic excellence, Whitefriars strives to create a stimulating and secure atmosphere where every child can reach their full potential. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school and participate in their child's educational journey.
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Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 382
- Boys
- 191
- Girls
- 191
- FSM %
- 25.10
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 382 | 191 | 191 | 420 | 25.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 392 | 195 | 197 | 420 | 27.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 379 | 186 | 193 | 420 | 27.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 379 | 186 | 193 | 420 | 27.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 411 | 203 | 208 | 420 | 27.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 412 | 203 | 209 | 420 | 22.60 |
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