Whitwell Primary School
85%
Capacity
259
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Whitwell Primary School
Whitwell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolsover community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 259 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 306 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitwell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Tomlinson, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8016th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 22 in Bolsover.
Whitwell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 28 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitwell Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Art Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, Whitwell Primary School is one of the options available in the East 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Southfield Lane, Worksop, Bolsover, S80 4NR |
| Headteacher | Sarah Tomlinson |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 259 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.4% |
| School Capacity | 259 / 306 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8016th of 13,686
Nationally
736th of 1,353
In East Midlands
10th of 22
In Bolsover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
59%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Southfield Lane, Worksop
Bolsover, S80 4NR
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