Whitefield Primary Academy

About Whitefield Primary Academy

Whitefield Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Luton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 437 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Whitefield Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jan Kirby, it falls under Luton local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8813th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 37 in Luton.

Whitefield Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 40 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Whitefield Primary Academy include Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Luton, Whitefield Primary Academy is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

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