Whitchurch Primary School & Nursery
95%
Capacity
845
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Whitchurch Primary School & Nursery
Whitchurch Primary School & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harrow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 845 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 892 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitchurch Primary School & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Inniss, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5469th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 38 in Harrow.
Whitchurch Primary School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 296 applications for 105 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitchurch Primary School & Nursery include Gymnasium, Library, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, Whitchurch Primary School & Nursery is one of the options available in the London 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 | Wemborough Road, Stanmore, Harrow, HA7 2EQ |
| Headteacher | Rachel Inniss |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 845 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.4% |
| School Capacity | 845 / 892 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5469th of 13,686
Nationally
966th of 1,592
In London
25th of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
67%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed105
296
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wemborough Road, Stanmore
Harrow, HA7 2EQ
Journey to School
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