Thomas Russell Junior School

URN: 124150 • Burton-on-Trent DE13 8EU

Overview

Name
Thomas Russell Junior School
URN
124150
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
69.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Emery (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01283247505
Website
Visit
Address
Gilmour Lane, Burton-on-Trent DE13 8EU

Summary

Thomas Russell Junior School, located in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, is a mixed community primary school with a current enrolment of 250 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 252. The school is committed to fostering a vibrant learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in a poem by past pupils, highlighting values such as bravery, kindness, and integrity.

The school places a strong emphasis on collaboration between home and school to support children's learning and development. Parents are encouraged to engage with school life and can access various resources to assist their child's education, including information on extracurricular activities and eligibility for Free School Meals. The school also provides additional support through Pupil Premium funding for eligible students.

Under the leadership of Headteacher Mr. J Emery, Thomas Russell Junior School aims to create a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all students. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
252
Pupils
250
Boys
125
Girls
125
FSM %
4.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-01-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 250 125 125 252 4.00
2024-09-11 255 132 123 252 4.30
2023-09-11 252 135 117 252 4.00
2022-09-11 252 135 117 252 4.00
2021-09-11 246 125 121 252 2.80
2020-09-11 251 125 126 252 2.40

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