Whittingham Church of England Primary School
86%
Capacity
90
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Whittingham Church of England Primary School
Whittingham Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 90 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whittingham Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Belinda Athey, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3274th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 58 in Northumberland.
The school has 13 places available and received 13 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whittingham Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Gardening, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Whittingham Church of England Primary School is one of the options available in the North East 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Whittingham, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 4UP |
| Headteacher | Belinda Athey |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 90 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.6% |
| School Capacity | 90 / 105 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3274th of 13,686
Nationally
179th of 677
In North East
10th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
73%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/2613
13
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (100% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Whittingham, Alnwick
Northumberland, NE66 4UP
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