Thornton Primary School
URN: 119148 • Thornton-Cleveleys FY5 4JP
Overview
- Name
- Thornton Primary School
- URN
- 119148
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Ashcroft (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01253821128
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Heys Street, Thornton-Cleveleys FY5 4JP
Summary
Thornton Primary School is a mixed community school located in Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire, serving 139 pupils aged 3 to 11 years. The school has a capacity of 175 and aims to provide a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. The recent Ofsted inspection in February 2023 rated the school as 'Good' overall, with 'Outstanding' for Personal Development, highlighting the commitment of staff and governors to fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a range of subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside innovative programs like Forest School to enhance outdoor learning. Thornton Primary also provides a Pre-School for younger children, ensuring a smooth transition into Reception, which supports early development and readiness for school.
Community engagement is a priority, with regular updates shared via the school’s website and social media. Parents are encouraged to participate in their children’s education, and the school welcomes visits for prospective families to experience its supportive environment firsthand.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a range of subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside innovative programs like Forest School to enhance outdoor learning. Thornton Primary also provides a Pre-School for younger children, ensuring a smooth transition into Reception, which supports early development and readiness for school.
Community engagement is a priority, with regular updates shared via the school’s website and social media. Parents are encouraged to participate in their children’s education, and the school welcomes visits for prospective families to experience its supportive environment firsthand.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Newsletter 10th October 2025 (download)
- Newsletter 3rd October 2025 (download)
- Admissions to the School (other)
- Policies (other)
- Website Policy (other)
- Policies (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 175
- Pupils
- 139
- Boys
- 73
- Girls
- 66
- FSM %
- 33.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 139 | 73 | 66 | 175 | 33.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 136 | 65 | 71 | 175 | 38.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 131 | 67 | 64 | 175 | 42.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 131 | 67 | 64 | 175 | 42.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 126 | 67 | 59 | 175 | 46.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 129 | 69 | 60 | 175 | 45.00 |
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