Whitehouse Community Primary School
92%
Capacity
581
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Whitehouse Community Primary School
Whitehouse Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ipswich community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 581 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitehouse Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrea Hall, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7788th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 27 in Ipswich.
Whitehouse Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 58 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
Whitehouse Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitehouse Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ipswich, Whitehouse Community Primary School 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Marlow Road, Ipswich, Ipswich, IP1 5JN |
| Headteacher | Andrea Hall |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 581 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.6% |
| School Capacity | 581 / 630 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7788th of 13,686
Nationally
841st of 1,612
In East of England
14th of 27
In Ipswich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
81
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Whitehouse Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Marlow Road, Ipswich
Ipswich, IP1 5JN
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