Thornhill Primary School
URN: 114106 • Shildon DL4 1ES
Overview
- Name
- Thornhill Primary School
- URN
- 114106
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- S Overfield (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01388772906
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thornhill Gardens, Shildon DL4 1ES
Summary
Thornhill Primary School is a community school located in Shildon, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 207 pupils, close to its capacity of 210. The school serves a mixed-gender population and has a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals, currently at 32.40%. This reflects the school's commitment to inclusivity and support for families in the local area.
The curriculum at Thornhill Primary is designed to provide a well-rounded education, fostering both academic and personal development. The school places emphasis on creating a supportive learning environment where every child can thrive. Teachers are dedicated to ensuring that each pupil receives the guidance they need to succeed, both in their studies and in their social interactions.
Thornhill Primary School actively engages with the local community, promoting a sense of belonging and partnership among families. The school’s website offers resources and information for parents, including insights into school activities and policies. For further details, parents can visit the school's official website at www.thornhill.durham.sch.uk.
The curriculum at Thornhill Primary is designed to provide a well-rounded education, fostering both academic and personal development. The school places emphasis on creating a supportive learning environment where every child can thrive. Teachers are dedicated to ensuring that each pupil receives the guidance they need to succeed, both in their studies and in their social interactions.
Thornhill Primary School actively engages with the local community, promoting a sense of belonging and partnership among families. The school’s website offers resources and information for parents, including insights into school activities and policies. For further details, parents can visit the school's official website at www.thornhill.durham.sch.uk.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- Thornhill Primary School (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- About Us (other)
- Ethos and Vision (other)
- Meet The Staff (other)
- Our Governing Body (other)
- School Admissions (other)
- School Policies (other)
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 207
- Boys
- 105
- Girls
- 102
- FSM %
- 32.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 207 | 105 | 102 | 210 | 32.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 207 | 94 | 113 | 210 | 32.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 207 | 92 | 115 | 210 | 31.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 207 | 92 | 115 | 210 | 31.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 207 | 91 | 116 | 210 | 30.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 207 | 95 | 112 | 210 | 25.10 |
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