Whittlefield Primary School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Whittlefield Primary School
Whittlefield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Whittlefield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Thistlethwaite, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 10% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13645th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 28 in Burnley.
Whittlefield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whittlefield Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Football, Dance, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, Whittlefield Primary School is one of the options available in the North West 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 | Tabor Street, Burnley, Burnley, BB12 0HL |
| Headteacher | Jane Thistlethwaite |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.9% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (10%)
13645th of 13,686
Nationally
2057th of 2,065
In North West
28th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
10%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
34%
'23/24
10%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
99
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tabor Street, Burnley
Burnley, BB12 0HL
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