Isn’t it wonderful that we are here at Whitings Hill Primary School? Whitings Hill Primary School is more than just a school. It is a place where pupils are successful and kind.
Whitings Hill Primary School is located on Whitings Road in Barnet. It caters to pupils aged 3 to 11. The school has a mixed-gender student body. The school’s capacity is 420 pupils. But it currently has 469 pupils enrolled.
Mrs. Deepa Samani is the principal of Whitings Hill Primary School. You can contact the school at 02083595360. Or visit their website.
Whitings Hill Primary School pupils are successful and confident learners. They are also kind and considerate. Pupils behave extremely well. They share resources and listen to each other.
Staff at Whitings Hill Primary School have high expectations. Pupils rise to meet them. This starts in early years. Children cooperate and take turns. Incidences of bullying are rare here at Whitings Hill Primary School.
Pupils are confident to tell adults about any concerns. They know adults will deal with them quickly. Leaders at Whitings Hill Primary School are highly aspirational. The curriculum prepares pupils well for their next stage of learning.
Across the curriculum, pupils learn and achieve highly. Pupils benefit from enrichment activities. These activities include educational visits. They visit places of worship. They also visit the Houses of Parliament and museums.
Pupils experience workshops about debating and democracy. Pupils relish leadership roles. For example they can be eco-warriors or sports ambassadors. All pupils learn to swim confidently in the on-site pool.
Pupils develop an active role in their community. They fundraise. They contribute to food banks. They sell products to support charities.
The curriculum at Whitings Hill Primary School is clear and ambitious. There are clear end goals. The curriculum exceeds the national curriculum in some cases. The curriculum starts in early years and is clearly sequenced. Pupils revisit knowledge and skills. This gives them multiple opportunities to recap. Pupils develop a deep understanding over time.
Teachers regularly check what pupils know. Pupils complete recall tasks in mathematics. This ensures they are ready for new learning. Pupils receive bespoke interventions. They access extra activities to support learning. Pupils with special educational needs are supported to fully access the curriculum.
The teaching of phonics and early reading is a key priority. There is a systematic approach to teaching these skills. High-quality phonics lessons are delivered consistently. Books match the sounds pupils know. This enables pupils to become confident and fluent readers. A love of reading is promoted.
There is a highly consistent approach to behaviour. From early years, children learn routines. Lessons are calm. Pupils demonstrate respect.
Pupils enjoy Whitings Hill Primary School. They attend regularly. The school encourages high attendance.
Pupils’ personal development is exceptional. The curriculum helps pupils maintain good health. The mental health and well-being group supports pupils. Pupils learn about safe relationships.
Pupils learn about British values. They understand that everyone has the right to be treated equally. The ‘Big Me’ week helps pupils think about future careers.
Ofsted graded Whitings Hill Primary School as ‘Outstanding’ in December 2023. This reflects the dedication to excellence found within these walls. It is a place of learning and growth. Whitings Hill Primary School shapes the future.