How many pupils attend Whaplode Church of England Primary School?

Whaplode Church of England Primary School has 186 pupils on roll.

What ages does Whaplode Church of England Primary School take?

Whaplode Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.

Where is Whaplode Church of England Primary School located?

Whaplode Church of England Primary School is located in Spalding, PE12 6TS, Lincolnshire.

How do I apply to Whaplode Church of England Primary School?

Whaplode Church of England Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

Does Whaplode Church of England Primary School have a religious character?

Yes — Whaplode Church of England Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How are Reception places decided at Whaplode Church of England Primary School?

When Whaplode Church of England Primary School has more applications than places for 2027-28, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Looked After Children and Previously Looked After Children, including those children who appear to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted; 2. A brother or sister attending the school at the time of application, or who will be attending the school at the expected time of admission; 3. Nearest School: measured by straight line distance, and 1 further criteria. The school offers 30 places at this entry point. Tie-break: If the distance criterion is not sufficient to distinguish between two or more applicants for the last remaining place then a lottery will be conducted.

What is the largest ethnic background at Whaplode Church of England Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 81.2% of pupils at Whaplode Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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How places are decided at Whaplode Church of England Primary School

When there are more applications than places for 2027-28 (Reception), places are offered in this order of priority. Meeting a higher criterion beats meeting a lower one.

1Looked After Children and Previously Looked After Children, including those children who appear to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted.
2A brother or sister attending the school at the time of application, or who will be attending the school at the expected time of admission.
3Nearest School: measured by straight line distance.
4Increasing order of straight line distance.

If two applications tie: If the distance criterion is not sufficient to distinguish between two or more applicants for the last remaining place then a lottery will be conducted.

Admission authority: Academy trust. School category: Academy.

Published by the admission authority. Meeting a criterion never guarantees a place — it sets the order places are offered in. Full detail, other entry points and previous years are on the Admissions tab.

Whaplode Church of England Primary School: key facts

How many pupils attend Whaplode Church of England Primary School?: Whaplode Church of England Primary School has 186 pupils on roll.
What ages does Whaplode Church of England Primary School take?: Whaplode Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.
Where is Whaplode Church of England Primary School located?: Whaplode Church of England Primary School is located in Spalding, PE12 6TS, Lincolnshire.
How do I apply to Whaplode Church of England Primary School?: Whaplode Church of England Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.
Does Whaplode Church of England Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — Whaplode Church of England Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.
How are Reception places decided at Whaplode Church of England Primary School?: When Whaplode Church of England Primary School has more applications than places for 2027-28, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Looked After Children and Previously Looked After Children, including those children who appear to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted; 2. A brother or sister attending the school at the time of application, or who will be attending the school at the expected time of admission; 3. Nearest School: measured by straight line distance, and 1 further criteria. The school offers 30 places at this entry point. Tie-break: If the distance criterion is not sufficient to distinguish between two or more applicants for the last remaining place then a lottery will be conducted.
What is the largest ethnic background at Whaplode Church of England Primary School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 81.2% of pupils at Whaplode Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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How places are decided at Whaplode Church of England Primary School

When there are more applications than places for 2027-28 (Reception), places are offered in this order of priority. Meeting a higher criterion beats meeting a lower one.

1Looked After Children and Previously Looked After Children, including those children who appear to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted.
2A brother or sister attending the school at the time of application, or who will be attending the school at the expected time of admission.
3Nearest School: measured by straight line distance.
4Increasing order of straight line distance.

If two applications tie: If the distance criterion is not sufficient to distinguish between two or more applicants for the last remaining place then a lottery will be conducted.

Admission authority: Academy trust. School category: Academy.

Whaplode Church of England Primary School: key facts

How many pupils attend Whaplode Church of England Primary School?: Whaplode Church of England Primary School has 186 pupils on roll.
What ages does Whaplode Church of England Primary School take?: Whaplode Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.
Where is Whaplode Church of England Primary School located?: Whaplode Church of England Primary School is located in Spalding, PE12 6TS, Lincolnshire.
How do I apply to Whaplode Church of England Primary School?: Whaplode Church of England Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.
Does Whaplode Church of England Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — Whaplode Church of England Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.
How are Reception places decided at Whaplode Church of England Primary School?: When Whaplode Church of England Primary School has more applications than places for 2027-28, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Looked After Children and Previously Looked After Children, including those children who appear to have been in state care outside of England and ceased to be in state care as a result of being adopted; 2. A brother or sister attending the school at the time of application, or who will be attending the school at the expected time of admission; 3. Nearest School: measured by straight line distance, and 1 further criteria. The school offers 30 places at this entry point. Tie-break: If the distance criterion is not sufficient to distinguish between two or more applicants for the last remaining place then a lottery will be conducted.
What is the largest ethnic background at Whaplode Church of England Primary School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 81.2% of pupils at Whaplode Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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