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Whittlefield Primary School

Tabor Street, Burnley, BB12 0HL

Community school · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2017

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67% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

80.0%

Writing

77.0%

Maths

77.0%

RWM Combined

67.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Burnley Ightenhill Primary School

0.26 km away · Community school

Good

Ightenhill Nursery School

0.38 km away · Local authority nursery school

Outstanding

Wellfield Methodist and Anglican Church School

0.6 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

0.6 km away · Academy converter

Good

Taywood Nursery School

0.78 km away · Local authority nursery school

Good

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About Whittlefield Primary School

Whittlefield Primary School is a primary school in Burnley, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 206 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Tabor Street, Burnley, BB12 0HL | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Whittlefield Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Dec 2022 — School remains Good
Feb 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Whittlefield Primary School

What is Whittlefield Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Whittlefield Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.

What are Whittlefield Primary School's latest exam results?

Whittlefield Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Whittlefield Primary School located?

Whittlefield Primary School is a primary school in Burnley, Lancashire (BB12 0HL).

How many pupils attend Whittlefield Primary School?

Whittlefield Primary School has around 206 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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