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Primary (Reception - Year 6)

Wheelock Primary School

Sandbach, Cheshire East - CW11 4PY

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Wheelwright Lane Primary School

Coventry, Warwickshire - CV7 9HN

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“All of the staff at Wheelwright Lane Primary School are committed and dedicated to ensuring that our children have a rich and varied curriculum. We have designed a curriculum that offers a range of experiences through trips and visits, bringing learning to life both in and out of the classroom.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

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Quality of education: Good

Wheldrake with Thorganby Church of England Primary School

York, York - YO19 6BB

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Wheldrake with Thorganby C.E. Primary School nurtures all children and adults to become lifelong learners, building a thirst for knowledge, encouraging excellence and fostering creativity through a varied and exciting curriculum.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Wherwell Primary School

Andover, Hampshire - SP11 7JP

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At Wherwell, we offer a broad, varied and engaging curriculum which is planned on a two-year cycle to cater for the mixed-age groups.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Whetley Academy

Bradford, Bradford - BD8 9HZ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“Our priority at Whetley Academy is to deliver high quality teaching and learning with real and relevant learning experiences. We provide a broad and balanced curriculum which builds enthusiasm for learning and equips children for the next stage of their education and indeed later life.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Whetstone Field Primary School

Walsall, Walsall - WS9 0HJ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Whetstone is a one form entry primary school located in Aldridge, Walsall. It is a school that continually strives to improve provision of all pupils by providing:”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Whickham Parochial Church of England Primary School

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Gateshead - NE16 5QW

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At Whickham Parochial we believe that every child should be supported to celebrate their individuality and become their best self.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Whimple Primary School

Exeter, Devon - EX5 2TS

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“During the school’s Ofsted inspection in the autumn of 2022, children described Brampford Speke School as ‘small but mighty’ and this phrase was included in the school’s report.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Whinfield Primary School

Darlington, Darlington - DL1 3HT

Year 1 - Year 6 (ages 5-11)

PrimarySince 2004Ofsted: Good

Whingate Primary School

Leeds, Leeds - LS12 3DS

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Whingate is a primary school that values standards and achievement in all aspects of learning. We strive to achieve the best possible outcomes for our pupils, in a learning environment that seeks to ensure all children are happy, successful and confident.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Whinmoor St Paul's Church of England Primary School

Leeds, Leeds - LS14 1EG

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Our vision for Whinmoor St Paul’s is to ensure our children develop an enthusiasm for learning. We can only do this when our children feel happy, secure and supported in every aspect of school life.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Whinney Banks Primary School

Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough - TS5 4QQ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“At Whinney Banks Primary our school values are intrinsic to school life and are fully embedded in our curriculum and beyond. These values have been created together with our children through our Pupil Forum (Pupil Voice), all staff, parents, governors and the wider community.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Whinstone Primary School

Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees - TS17 0RJ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Our Time to Shine rewards celebrate children who consistently demonstrate our core values of being ready, respectful, and safe. These are given out every half term to pupils who always follow Whinstone expectations, so are recognised for their positive behaviour and attitude towards learning.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted report cardStrong ×4Expected ×3Strong in 4 areas, Expected in 3 areas

Whipman Woods Flying High Academy

Worksop, Nottinghamshire - S81 7FT

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Whipman Woods, inclusion is a core value. We are proud to celebrate the diversity of our school community, and we cherish the unique experiences, cultures and perspectives that every child brings. Every child at Whipman Woods is seen, celebrated, and has a voice that matters.”

PrimaryNew schoolNo rating on record

Whipperley Infant Academy

Luton, Luton - LU1 5QY

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

“The Whipperley Academy Trust is a forward thinking Trust, we promote and strive to achieve excellence with meaningful and empowering contexts for learning. We recognise the importance of outstanding teaching and learning and are fully committed to the development of learners and staff to enable all.”

PrimarySince 2000Ofsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Outstanding

Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School

Exeter, Devon - EX1 3JP

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 2-7)

“We encourage every child to strive for excellence, fostering a love of learning and a strong foundation for future success. We nurture bravery by encouraging pupils to embrace challenges, stand up for their beliefs, and grow through meaningful experiences and diverse enrichment opportunities.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Whipton Barton Junior School

Exeter, Devon - EX1 3JP

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Whirley Primary School

Macclesfield, Cheshire East - SK10 3JL

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“In Whirley Primary School children will feel safe, cared for and develop positive relationships. All achievements will be valued as children experience a rich, varied and exciting curriculum that enables them to thrive in an ever-changing world. .”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted report cardStrong ×2Expected ×5Strong in 2 areas, Expected in 5 areas

Whissendine Church of England Primary School

Oakham, Rutland - LE15 7ET

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At Whissendine School we recognise that every child is special and unique and we strive to meet the needs of every child at our school.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Whiston Junior and Infant School

Rotherham, Rotherham - S60 4DX

Year 1 - Year 6 (ages 5-11)

“Our vision for Whiston J & I School is one of high standards achieved through the creative nature of the curriculum offered. We have a learning culture of high expectations of everyone, children and adults alike, which goes hand in hand with our school's 3 Rs:”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good