Thorneyholme Roman Catholic Primary School, Dunsop Bridge
URN: 119689 • Clitheroe BB7 3BG
Overview
- Name
- Thorneyholme Roman Catholic Primary School, Dunsop Bridge
- URN
- 119689
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Halstead (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01200448276
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Trough Road, Clitheroe BB7 3BG
Summary
Thorneyholme Roman Catholic Primary School, located in the rural village of Dunsop Bridge, Clitheroe, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to mixed-gender pupils. With a current enrolment of 20 students and a capacity of 70, the school prides itself on fostering a close-knit community where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential in a supportive and nurturing environment.
The school’s ethos is rooted in its Catholic values, promoting love, respect, and equality among all students. The curriculum is enriched by the school's picturesque surroundings, allowing for outdoor learning experiences, including monthly Forest School sessions facilitated by the Forestry Commission. This approach aims to instill a lifelong love of learning and high expectations in both academic and personal development.
Thorneyholme is committed to inclusivity and the well-being of its students, believing that a safe and happy environment is essential for effective learning. The school encourages children to explore their beliefs and contribute positively to the school community, reinforcing the importance of teamwork and mutual support.
The school’s ethos is rooted in its Catholic values, promoting love, respect, and equality among all students. The curriculum is enriched by the school's picturesque surroundings, allowing for outdoor learning experiences, including monthly Forest School sessions facilitated by the Forestry Commission. This approach aims to instill a lifelong love of learning and high expectations in both academic and personal development.
Thorneyholme is committed to inclusivity and the well-being of its students, believing that a safe and happy environment is essential for effective learning. The school encourages children to explore their beliefs and contribute positively to the school community, reinforcing the importance of teamwork and mutual support.
Useful links
- Bowland High School (other)
- Our Lady of the Valley Parish (other)
- St Augustine's RC High School (other)
- Matomo cookies (other)
- Parent View at OFSTED (other)
- Website design byAPrimarySite (other)
- Find our Inspection Report (other)
- Log in (other)
- NSPCC Online Safety (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 70
- Pupils
- 20
- Boys
- 9
- Girls
- 11
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 20 | 9 | 11 | 70 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 70 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 26 | 13 | 13 | 70 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 26 | 13 | 13 | 70 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 22 | 11 | 11 | 70 | 4.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 23 | 16 | 7 | 70 | 0.00 |
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