Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School

URN: 121521 • Ripon HG4 4AH

Overview

Name
Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School
URN
121521
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
60.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jane Wood (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01677422685
Website
Visit
Address
Thornton Watlass, Ripon HG4 4AH

Summary

Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Ripon, North Yorkshire. With a current enrolment of 21 pupils and a capacity of 57, the school offers a supportive and nurturing environment, emphasising strong relationships between staff and students. The school is part of the Federation of Snape Community & Thornton Watlass CE Primary Schools, which allows it to benefit from shared resources and collaborative opportunities while maintaining its unique character.

The school upholds Christian values such as compassion, forgiveness, and respect, which are integral to its ethos. The curriculum is designed to inspire and enrich students, ensuring they enjoy their learning experiences and succeed academically. The school received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in March 2023, highlighting its commitment to providing quality education.

Situated in the picturesque North Yorkshire Dales, Thornton Watlass CE Primary School serves the local communities of Thornton Watlass and Snape, welcoming families from surrounding areas. The school also offers teacher-led nursery provision for younger children, fostering a sense of community and continuity in education.

Key details

LA
North Yorkshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
57
Pupils
21
Boys
16
Girls
5
FSM %
9.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
North Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 21 16 5 57 9.50
2024-09-11 24 17 7 57 8.30
2023-09-11 28 19 9 57 7.10
2022-09-11 28 19 9 52 7.10
2021-09-11 28 20 8 52 10.70
2020-09-11 30 20 10 52 6.70

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