Whitehill Primary School

About Whitehill Primary School

Whitehill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gravesham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 588 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Whitehill Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Angela Carpenter, it falls under Kent local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12232nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 25 in Gravesham.

Whitehill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 40 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.

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 Whitehill Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

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

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