Whitehills Primary School
99%
Capacity
417
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Whitehills Primary School
Whitehills Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Whitehills Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Natalie James, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2629th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Whitehills Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 136 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
Whitehills Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 58% recommending the school (105 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitehills Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Book Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Whitehills 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Acre Lane, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN2 8DF |
| Headteacher | Natalie James |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.8% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2629th of 13,686
Nationally
226th of 1,353
In East Midlands
30th of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
105 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
136
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Whitehills Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Acre Lane, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN2 8DF
Acre Lane, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN2 8DF
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