William Penn School

About William Penn School

We strive to give each child in our care the best possible start in life, so that they can reach their full potential and be ready for secondary school. We provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. Curiosity is at the heart of our teaching philosophy, where the children are on a journey together, guided by our school values: reflection, equality, friendship, peace, simplicity and integrity.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Colin Brookes

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

3.7

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

55.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

64.0%

Reading

Avg score: 103.0

73.0%

Maths

Avg score: 104.0

55.0%

Writing

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Laura T

Parent Feb 1, 2023

5.0

"Love the Focus on Outdoor Learning!"

I'm so impressed with William Penn's approach to outdoor learning and the forest school program. My little one loves exploring and learning outside, and the staff are always coming up with new and exciting activities. The school community feels welcoming and inclusive, too. I feel really lucky to have found this school!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily M

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School with Amazing Staff!"

I'm so grateful to have William Penn as my son's school. The staff are friendly, caring, and always willing to help. My son loves the forest school and the after-school clubs, and I love the emphasis on Quaker values. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David B

Parent Jun 1, 2021

4.0

"Great Community but Room for Improvement"

My kids attended William Penn from Reception to Year 6, and we had a great experience overall. The school's Quaker values really resonated with us, and the staff were always supportive. However, I felt that the curriculum could be more varied, and the communication with parents could be better. Still, we made some amazing memories here.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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