Whitefield Primary School
114%
Capacity
337
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Whitefield Primary School
Whitefield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 337 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 295 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Jill Wright, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2316th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Whitefield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 44 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 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 School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Whitefield Primary School 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Boundary Lane, Liverpool, Liverpool, L6 2HZ |
| Headteacher | Jill Wright |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 337 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.6% |
| School Capacity | 337 / 295 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (8 Feb 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2316th of 13,686
Nationally
317th of 2,065
In North West
9th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
77%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Boundary Lane, Liverpool
Liverpool, L6 2HZ
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