Whatfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has a Church of England religious character, which contributes to the ethos and values of the school community.

The school educates mixed pupils aged 5 to 11. It currently has 39 pupils on roll with space for 56, offering a broad curriculum across all primary year groups.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 19 September 2023, rated the school Good. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.