Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy
URN: 141192 • Thetford IP25 7LF
Overview
- Name
- Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy
- URN
- 141192
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shannon O'Sullivan (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01362820300
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pound Green, Thetford IP25 7LF
Summary
Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy, located in Thetford, Norfolk, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 220 pupils and a capacity of 236. As part of the Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust (DNEAT), the school is committed to a strong Christian ethos, aiming to nurture each child's academic, personal, spiritual, and social development.
The academy offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to engage and challenge students while fostering a supportive learning environment. With a focus on high expectations, the school encourages pupils to develop as well-rounded individuals who demonstrate care and respect within their community. Outdoor learning is emphasized, with access to large natural forest school areas and regular sessions led by qualified practitioners.
Community involvement is a key aspect of school life, with active parent groups fundraising to enhance opportunities for students. The academy prioritises wellbeing and pastoral care, supported by dedicated staff, ensuring that all children receive the guidance and encouragement they need to thrive both academically and personally.
The academy offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to engage and challenge students while fostering a supportive learning environment. With a focus on high expectations, the school encourages pupils to develop as well-rounded individuals who demonstrate care and respect within their community. Outdoor learning is emphasized, with access to large natural forest school areas and regular sessions led by qualified practitioners.
Community involvement is a key aspect of school life, with active parent groups fundraising to enhance opportunities for students. The academy prioritises wellbeing and pastoral care, supported by dedicated staff, ensuring that all children receive the guidance and encouragement they need to thrive both academically and personally.
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Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH EDUCATION AND ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 236
- Pupils
- 220
- Boys
- 118
- Girls
- 102
- FSM %
- 14.10
- Open date
- 2014-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 220 | 118 | 102 | 236 | 14.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 222 | 118 | 104 | 236 | 16.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 198 | 108 | 90 | 236 | 15.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 198 | 108 | 90 | 236 | 15.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 190 | 106 | 84 | 210 | 14.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 190 | 92 | 98 | 210 | 8.90 |
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