Whitby School
Whitby School is a secondary located in North Yorkshire, YO21 1LA. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 19. It currently has approximately 832 pupils on roll.
Whitby School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a community school. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Community school
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 19
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town in a sparse setting
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: North Yorkshire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1539
Number of Pupils: 832
Number of Boys: 389
Number of Girls: 443
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 21.6
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-02
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Requires Improvement
Personal Development: Requires Improvement
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-01-21
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Davies
Phone: 01947601901
Website: http://www.whitbyschool.co.uk/
Location: Prospect Hill
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Whitby School
What is the Ofsted rating of Whitby School?
Whitby School has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Whitby School admit?
Whitby School admits pupils from age 11 to 19.
Is Whitby School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Whitby School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Whitby School?
Whitby School is a community school offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Whitby School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Whitby School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Whitby School?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Whitby School in North Yorkshire. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
