Whitehall Primary School
92%
Capacity
443
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Whitehall Primary School
Whitehall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 443 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 481 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitehall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zakia Khatun, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% 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 3270th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Whitehall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 158 applications for 51 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 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 Whitehall Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Whitehall Primary School is one of the options available in the London 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 | 90 Normanton Park, London, Waltham Forest, E4 6ES |
| Headteacher | Zakia Khatun |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 443 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.2% |
| School Capacity | 443 / 481 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3270th of 13,686
Nationally
669th of 1,592
In London
27th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
158
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
90 Normanton Park, London
Waltham Forest, E4 6ES
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