Wherwell Primary School, Andover

In its own words: "There is a strong sense of community at Wherwell Primary School. Pupils and parents like coming to this friendly school. The school's ethos of 'Care, Respect, Responsibility and Resilience' helps pupils to feel valued and secure ."

From the headteacher's welcome: "Welcome to Wherwell Primary School. As Headteacher at Wherwell, I am privileged to be part of a school that always puts children first. All staff here are committed to creating an environment that is positive and encourages every child to thrive emotionally, physically and academically."

The school runs a breakfast club from 8:00am.

Coming up: an admissions event on Friday 6 November 2026. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.

In 2025, 100% of Year 6 pupils at Wherwell Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 93% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 77% and 75% in Hampshire and 77% and 75% across England.

Results were similar in 2024 (100% in reading, 92% in maths).

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 16 families put Wherwell Primary School as their first choice and 50 named it as one of their preferences, for 22 places offered. It had fewer first-choice applications than places. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Wherwell Primary School are Longparish Church of England Primary School (2.1 miles, Outstanding, 76% reading, 65% maths); Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School (2.2 miles, Requires improvement, 71% reading, 61% maths); Clatford Church of England Primary School (2.5 miles, Outstanding, 93% reading, 93% maths); and Barton Stacey Church of England Primary School (2.5 miles, Good, 100% reading, 92% maths).

Wherwell Primary School's 2025 results were higher than all 4 of them.

11.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 8.9% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 11 pupils (8.1%) received SEN support and 6 (4.4%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is a moderate learning difficulty.

The nearest railway station is Andover Rail Station, about 3.8 miles away in a straight line.

In August 2026, police recorded 2 crimes within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Hampshire (72).

Wherwell Primary School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.