Westhouses Primary School
90%
Capacity
80
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Westhouses Primary School
Westhouses Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolsover community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 80 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 89 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westhouses Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Juliette Whitby, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11705th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 22 in Bolsover.
Westhouses Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 18 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westhouses Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Eco Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, Westhouses Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bolden Terrace, Alfreton, Bolsover, DE55 5AF |
| Headteacher | Juliette Whitby |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 80 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.0% |
| School Capacity | 80 / 89 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11705th of 13,686
Nationally
1134th of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 22
In Bolsover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bolden Terrace, Alfreton
Bolsover, DE55 5AF
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