Whitefield Infant School and Nursery
95%
Capacity
332
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Whitefield Infant School and Nursery
Whitefield Infant School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Pendle community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 332 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 348 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher E Mason, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
Whitefield Infant School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 189 applications for 88 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 88 were first-preference applications.
Whitefield Infant School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (23 responses).
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 Whitefield Infant School and Nursery include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Art Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Pendle, Whitefield Infant School and Nursery is one of the options available in the North West 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Every Street, Nelson, Pendle, BB9 7HF |
| Headteacher | E Mason |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 332 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.0% |
| School Capacity | 332 / 348 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
23 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed88
189
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
88 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Every Street, Nelson
Pendle, BB9 7HF
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