Whiston Willis Primary Academy

About Whiston Willis Primary Academy

Whiston Willis Primary Academy is a successful school that aims to provide the best possible academic education, pastoral support, and social development for its students. The school is committed to excellence and developing aspirational life-long learners. It has a strong focus on academic excellence and social intelligence.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Ian Cooper

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

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

17.8

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

73.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 4

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 20, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School with a Heart!"

My child has been attending Whiston Willis for 4 years and we couldn't be happier. The staff are supportive, the facilities are excellent, and the values they teach are exactly what we want our children to learn. We feel so lucky to be part of this community. 5/5 stars!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca T Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 14, 2022

3.0

"Mixed Feelings"

Our child has been at Whiston Willis for a couple of years now, and while we appreciate the efforts the staff make, we feel that the school could improve in terms of organization and consistency. The values they teach are great, but sometimes we feel like they're not fully put into practice. 3/5 stars.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Sarah M Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 28, 2021

4.0

"A Great Learning Environment"

We've been really pleased with Whiston Willis so far. The staff are friendly, the curriculum is engaging, and our child loves going to school. The only thing that stopped me from giving 5 stars is the occasional issue with communication from the school. Overall, we're happy with our choice. 4/5 stars!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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James B Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 15, 2020

5.0

"Whiston Willis - a Real Gem!"

My daughter attended Whiston Willis from Reception to Year 6 and we were always impressed by the school's dedication to academic excellence and social intelligence. The breakfast and after-school club provision was also a huge help. We're so grateful for the education she received. 4.5/5 stars!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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