Whyteleafe Primary School
106%
Capacity
445
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Whyteleafe Primary School
Whyteleafe Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Tandridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 445 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whyteleafe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Hunt, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1192nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 17 in Tandridge.
Whyteleafe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 215 applications for 60 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
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 Whyteleafe Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tandridge, Whyteleafe Primary School is one of the options available in the South 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Whyteleafe Hill, Whyteleafe, Tandridge, CR3 0AA |
| Headteacher | Kelly Hunt |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 445 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.7% |
| School Capacity | 445 / 420 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1192nd of 13,686
Nationally
154th of 2,034
In South East
1st of 17
In Tandridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
20%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
215
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Whyteleafe Hill, Whyteleafe
Tandridge, CR3 0AA
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