Thorndon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

URN: 124745 • Eye IP23 7JR

Overview

Name
Thorndon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN
124745
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
43.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Daryl Jones (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
The Street, Eye IP23 7JR

Summary

Thorndon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, located in Eye, Suffolk, serves a close-knit community with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and partnership with parents. Established in 1874, the school caters to children aged 4 to 11 and aims to create a supportive environment where every child can thrive. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its vision, "Believe & Achieve," which encourages students to develop confidence and curiosity while fostering a sense of compassion.

The curriculum at Thorndon CE Primary School is designed to be engaging and challenging, offering a variety of experiences beyond traditional academics. Students have opportunities to participate in music, sports, and outdoor learning through their Forest School program. Additionally, the school provides a breakfast club and several after-school activities to support families and enhance the children's educational experience.

With a current enrolment of 61 pupils and a capacity of 84, the school maintains a small, family-like atmosphere. The leadership team, including Executive Headteacher Mr Daryl Jones and Head of School Ms Hannah Meadowcroft, invites parents to be actively involved in their children's education and encourages visits to experience the school's vibrant community firsthand.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
84
Pupils
61
Boys
36
Girls
25
FSM %
19.70
Open date
Close date
2022-12-31
Last Ofsted
2019-06-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 61 36 25 84 19.70
2024-09-11 61 36 25 84 19.70
2023-09-11 61 36 25 84 19.70
2022-09-11 61 36 25 84 19.70
2021-09-11 55 28 27 84 12.70
2020-09-11 66 31 35 84 7.70

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