Wheeler Primary School
146%
Capacity
467
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Wheeler Primary School
Wheeler Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kingston upon Hull, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 467 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (146% of 319 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wheeler Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Clarkson, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12812th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 68th out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Wheeler Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wheeler Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Tennis, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Wheeler Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Wheeler Street, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU3 5QE |
| Headteacher | Louise Clarkson |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 467 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.0% |
| School Capacity | 467 / 319 (146% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Oct 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12812th of 13,686
Nationally
1417th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
68th of 69
In Kingston upon Hull, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
37%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 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
Wheeler Street, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU3 5QE
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