Thurston Community College

URN: 124802 • Bury St Edmunds IP31 3PB

Overview

Name
Thurston Community College
URN
124802
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Maéve Taylor (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01359230885
Website
Visit
Address
Norton Road, Bury St Edmunds IP31 3PB

Summary

Thurston Community College is a mixed secondary community school located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, catering to 1,484 students with a capacity of 1,800. The college serves students from Year 7 to Year 11 at its Thurston Campus and offers a dedicated Sixth Form at the Beyton Campus for Years 12 and 13. The school is committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally.

The college's mission is to inspire a love of learning and empower students with the skills and knowledge necessary to make meaningful choices in life. With a strong emphasis on high standards, mutual respect, and inclusivity, Thurston Community College aims to prepare students to be confident, well-rounded individuals who can contribute positively to society.

In addition to academic success, the college encourages participation in a variety of sporting and creative activities, promoting a well-rounded educational experience. The school values community engagement and strives to create a collaborative atmosphere that benefits both students and their families.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1800
Pupils
1484
Boys
732
Girls
752
FSM %
17.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1484 732 752 1800 17.70
2024-09-11 1499 766 733 1800 15.60
2023-09-11 1578 790 788 1800 12.40
2022-09-11 1578 790 788 1800 12.40
2021-09-11 1651 785 866 1800 9.50
2020-09-11 1646 803 843 1800 7.90

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