Whittington CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Whittington CofE Primary School
Whittington CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wychavon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Whittington CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher kelly leeming, it falls under Worcestershire 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 7616th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 17 in Wychavon.
Whittington CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 30 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Whittington CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (44 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whittington CofE Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wychavon, Whittington CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Whittington, Whittington C of E School Whittington Worcester WR5 2QZ, Worcester, Wychavon, WR5 2QZ |
| Headteacher | kelly leeming |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7616th of 13,686
Nationally
764th of 1,378
In West Midlands
11th of 17
In Wychavon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
44 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Whittington CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Whittington, Whittington C of E School Whittington Worcester WR5 2QZ, Worcester
Wychavon, WR5 2QZ
Whittington, Whittington C of E School Whittington Worcester WR5 2QZ, Worcester
Wychavon, WR5 2QZ
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