Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy
91%
Capacity
382
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy
Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the King's Lynn and West Norfolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 382 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher M Tuckwood, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9272nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 58 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.
Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (168 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Whitefriars Church of England 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Whitefriars Road, King's Lynn, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE30 5AH |
| Headteacher | M Tuckwood |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 382 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.1% |
| School Capacity | 382 / 420 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9272nd of 13,686
Nationally
1015th of 1,612
In East of England
25th of 58
In King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
168 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
106
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Whitefriars Road, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE30 5AH
Whitefriars Road, King's Lynn
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, PE30 5AH
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