Whinfield Primary School
94%
Capacity
451
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Whinfield Primary School
Whinfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Darlington community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 451 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 480 places).
Ofsted has rated Whinfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Robson, it falls under Darlington local authority.
Whinfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 48 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Whinfield Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Darlington, Whinfield Primary School is one of the options available in the North East 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Augusta Close, Whinfield Primary School, Darlington, Darlington, DL1 3HT |
| Headteacher | Simon Robson |
| Local Authority | Darlington |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.3% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 480 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
112
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Augusta Close, Whinfield Primary School, Darlington
Darlington, DL1 3HT
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