Thornton Hough Primary School

URN: 105015 • Wirral CH63 1JJ

Overview

Name
Thornton Hough Primary School
URN
105015
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
71.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
William Lowe (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01513363427
Website
Visit
Address
St George's Way, Wirral CH63 1JJ

Summary

Thornton Hough Primary School is a mixed community school located in Wirral, with a current enrolment of 179 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 175. The school prides itself on fostering a warm and friendly environment where children can thrive both socially and academically. With a strong emphasis on traditional values, Thornton Hough aims to develop self-confidence and moral values in its students, ensuring they feel happy and secure as the foundation for successful learning.

The school has received an Outstanding rating in its latest Ofsted inspection (February 2024) and has demonstrated impressive academic performance. In the 2023 End of Key Stage 2 assessments, Thornton Hough ranked first among state-maintained primary schools in Wirral, with 96% of students achieving the expected standard in Reading, Writing, and Maths. The school also actively engages students in extracurricular activities, such as swimming and chess, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.

Thornton Hough Primary School welcomes prospective parents to visit and learn more about the school community. Open visits for the September 2026 intake are scheduled for November 2025, providing an opportunity to meet staff and explore the school's ethos and curriculum. For further information, parents can refer to the school's website or contact the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Wirral
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
175
Pupils
179
Boys
96
Girls
83
FSM %
5.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 179 96 83 175 5.60
2024-09-11 180 92 88 175 5.60
2023-09-11 183 96 87 175 7.10
2022-09-11 183 96 87 175 7.10
2021-09-11 181 94 87 175 6.10
2020-09-11 182 90 92 175 4.90

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