Whitnash Primary School
98%
Capacity
411
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Whitnash Primary School
Whitnash Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warwick community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 411 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Whitnash Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Ellison, it falls under Warwickshire 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 7796th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 33 in Warwick.
Whitnash Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 50 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
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 Whitnash Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warwick, Whitnash Primary School is one of the options available in the West 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 | Langley Road, Leamington Spa, Warwick, CV31 2EX |
| Headteacher | Donna Ellison |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 411 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.8% |
| School Capacity | 411 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7796th of 13,686
Nationally
780th of 1,378
In West Midlands
20th of 33
In Warwick
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
146
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 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
Langley Road, Leamington Spa
Warwick, CV31 2EX
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