Whitechapel Church of England Primary School
98%
Capacity
412
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Whitechapel Church of England Primary School
Whitechapel Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Whitechapel Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Burden, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3061st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Whitechapel Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitechapel Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Tennis, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Whitechapel Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Whitechapel Road, Cleckheaton, Kirklees, BD19 6HR |
| Headteacher | Joanne Burden |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3061st of 13,686
Nationally
299th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
17th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
74%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Whitechapel Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Whitechapel Road, Cleckheaton
Kirklees, BD19 6HR
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