Whitehall Primary School
86%
Capacity
589
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Whitehall Primary School
Whitehall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 589 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 682 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitehall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna Boychuk, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 91% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 263rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 68 in Leicester.
Whitehall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 119 applications for 69 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitehall Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Book Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Whitehall Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Whitehall Road, Leicester, Leicester, LE5 6GJ |
| Headteacher | Anna Boychuk |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 589 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.2% |
| School Capacity | 589 / 682 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (91%)
263rd of 13,686
Nationally
23rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
1st of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
91%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
91%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed69
119
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 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.
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Contact Information
Whitehall Road, Leicester
Leicester, LE5 6GJ
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