West Cliff Primary School
URN: 144681 • Whitby YO21 3EG
Overview
- Name
- West Cliff Primary School
- URN
- 144681
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- YORKSHIRE ENDEAVOUR ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kirsty Hird (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01947602510
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Square, Whitby YO21 3EG
Summary
West Cliff Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Whitby, North Yorkshire, serving children aged 2 to 11. With a current enrolment of 198 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school is committed to fostering a warm and welcoming environment. It primarily serves the west side and centre of Whitby, ensuring accessibility for families throughout the town.
The school offers a diverse curriculum that includes unique initiatives such as Beach School and Taming Tigers, aimed at enhancing students' learning experiences. West Cliff Primary emphasizes the importance of extracurricular activities, encouraging every child to participate in at least one club each year. The school also prioritises the development of digital citizenship and a love of reading, alongside providing cultural experiences and opportunities for community engagement.
West Cliff Primary is dedicated to supporting all students, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds, with 17.9% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school’s ethos revolves around nurturing confident, well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their community. For more information, visit their website at http://www.west-cliff.n-yorks.sch.uk/.
The school offers a diverse curriculum that includes unique initiatives such as Beach School and Taming Tigers, aimed at enhancing students' learning experiences. West Cliff Primary emphasizes the importance of extracurricular activities, encouraging every child to participate in at least one club each year. The school also prioritises the development of digital citizenship and a love of reading, alongside providing cultural experiences and opportunities for community engagement.
West Cliff Primary is dedicated to supporting all students, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds, with 17.9% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school’s ethos revolves around nurturing confident, well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their community. For more information, visit their website at http://www.west-cliff.n-yorks.sch.uk/.
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- Safeguarding (other)
- 01947 602 510 (other)
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Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- YORKSHIRE ENDEAVOUR ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 198
- Boys
- 107
- Girls
- 91
- FSM %
- 17.90
- Open date
- 2018-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-04-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 198 | 107 | 91 | 210 | 17.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 215 | 117 | 98 | 210 | 22.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 226 | 121 | 105 | 210 | 23.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 226 | 121 | 105 | 210 | 23.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 231 | 130 | 101 | 210 | 21.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 226 | 128 | 98 | 210 | 17.30 |
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