Whittingham Primary Academy
Higham Hill Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5QXOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Whittingham Primary Academy is a primary school in Waltham Forest for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 84 schools in Waltham Forest. It ranks 18th of 48 primary schools in Waltham Forest. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in July 2016.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 6 July 2016, report published 8 September 2016
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 10 June 2025
Leaders have established an inclusive and welcoming school where pupils feel known, safe and valued. Staff build warm, respectful relationships with pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This helps to ensure that everyone is supported to participate fully in classroom life. Pupils speak confidently about their learning and are proud of their achievements. There are high expectations for all. Staff are ambitious for pupils and provide well-judged support to help everyone to succeed. This includes skilful teaching of the curriculum across subjects, with thoughtful adaptations for pupils where needed. As a result, pupils achieve highly. Behaviour is calm and positive throughout the school. Pupils listen attentively in lessons and move around the school sensibly and with purpose. Older pupils provide good role models for younger pupils. Staff act quickly to address any issues, and pupils say that they are well looked after. Pupils enjoy a rich range of opportunities beyond the classroom. Regular educational trips enhance learning, including visits to Epping Forest, the Science Museum and the William Morris Gallery. Pupils take part in choir, gymnastics and street dance, and many hold roles as school councillors or prefects. These opportunities support pupils' personal development and give them a strong sense of responsibility and pride in their school community.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
50 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
352 pupils on roll, with places for 450
Schools near Whittingham Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillyfield Primary Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| Roger Ascham Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 86% met the expected standard |
| Walthamstow Primary Academy | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 87% met the expected standard |
| The Winns Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 87% met the expected standard |
| Greenleaf Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Ms Courtney Thompson
- Phone
- 02085233228
- Address
- Higham Hill Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5QX
- Local authority
- Waltham Forest
- URN
- 139317
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.