Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy

About Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy

Whitefriars flourishes by encouraging ambition, growing resilience and making community. We are a Church of England Primary Academy.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Ms Currie-Smith

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 168 responses • 44% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

99.4% positive 0.6% negative

My child feels safe at this school

99.4% positive 0.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

99.4% positive 0.6% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

95.8% positive 1.2% negative

My child does well at this school

98.2% positive 1.2% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 168 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

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

17.4

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

61.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

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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Emily S

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School!"

We've been thoroughly impressed with Whitefriars. The facilities are excellent, and the community feel is truly special. The school's Christian values are evident in all aspects of school life, and we're grateful for that.

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 Jul 20, 2022

4.0

"Great Experience"

My child had a great experience at Whitefriars. The sports days and the Park Run success caught my attention, and the recycling centre visits were a great addition to the curriculum.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rachael D

Parent May 30, 2022

4.0

"Some Good, Some Room for Improvement"

We've been pleased with the school's approach to education, especially the Oracy assemblies and the tag rugby sessions. However, we've experienced some issues with communication from the school office. Overall, it's been a decent experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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