Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School

URN: 107705 • Dewsbury WF12 9DL

Overview

Name
Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School
URN
107705
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Debbie Douglas (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01924430548
Website
Visit
Address
Slaithwaite Road, Dewsbury WF12 9DL

Summary

Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School, located in Dewsbury, serves a mixed-gender population of 291 pupils, with a capacity of 380. The school is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment where children can thrive academically and socially. Emphasising faith diversity, Thornhill Lees aims to inspire lifelong learning among its students, guided by the belief that wisdom and knowledge bring joy.

The curriculum at Thornhill Lees is designed to cater to the varying needs of all children, incorporating practical experiences alongside direct teaching methods. The school values strong partnerships with parents, carers, and the wider community, recognising their essential role in the educational journey. A dedicated team of staff is focused on providing high-quality teaching and support to help each child reach their full potential.

Thornhill Lees promotes a family atmosphere, encouraging students and families to express their individuality and talents. The school actively engages with the community and hosts events that celebrate learning and achievement, fostering a collaborative spirit among all stakeholders.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
2 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
380
Pupils
291
Boys
155
Girls
136
FSM %
23.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 291 155 136 380 23.10
2024-09-11 294 150 144 380 22.70
2023-09-11 268 146 122 380 18.30
2022-09-11 268 146 122 380 18.30
2021-09-11 294 156 138 380 18.40
2020-09-11 284 149 135 380 10.90

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