Thornbury Primary School
URN: 113329 • Plymouth PL6 8UL
Overview
- Name
- Thornbury Primary School
- URN
- 113329
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Hardisty (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Miller Way, Plymouth PL6 8UL
Summary
Thornbury Primary School, located in Plymouth, is a mixed foundation school with a capacity of 315 students. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where each child's unique abilities are celebrated. Headteacher Mrs. Emma Mantell emphasizes the importance of collaboration between staff, students, and families to foster self-confidence and resilience in learners.
The curriculum at Thornbury is designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning, incorporating a variety of engaging subjects and activities. The Early Years Foundation Stage provides a supportive start, while the school’s outdoor facilities enhance the learning experience. Thornbury also prioritises the wellbeing of its students, ensuring they develop into happy, independent individuals.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Thornbury’s ethos. The school actively encourages parental involvement through meetings and events, fostering strong relationships between families and staff. Thornbury promotes British Values, teaching students about democracy, mutual respect, and tolerance, thereby preparing them to thrive in a diverse society.
The curriculum at Thornbury is designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning, incorporating a variety of engaging subjects and activities. The Early Years Foundation Stage provides a supportive start, while the school’s outdoor facilities enhance the learning experience. Thornbury also prioritises the wellbeing of its students, ensuring they develop into happy, independent individuals.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Thornbury’s ethos. The school actively encourages parental involvement through meetings and events, fostering strong relationships between families and staff. Thornbury promotes British Values, teaching students about democracy, mutual respect, and tolerance, thereby preparing them to thrive in a diverse society.
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Nearby alternatives
- Elburton Primary School (79.1)
- Hyde Park Infants' School (76.0)
- Glen Park Primary School (74.8)
- Boringdon Primary School (70.2)
- Holy Cross Catholic Primary School (70.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 315 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 315 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 315 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 315 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 315 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 315 |
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