Thundersley Primary School

URN: 141626 • Benfleet SS7 3PT

Overview

Name
Thundersley Primary School
URN
141626
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ROBUS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emma Dawson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01268793251
Website
Visit
Address
Hart Road, Benfleet SS7 3PT

Summary

Thundersley Primary School is a mixed academy located in Benfleet, Essex, with a current enrolment of 456 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is part of the Robus Multi Academy Trust, which fosters collaboration among its member schools. Thundersley aims to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The school follows an innovative Big Question Curriculum designed to encourage curiosity and resilience in learners. Thundersley values the individuality of each child and promotes a sense of belonging within the school community and the wider world. The ethos emphasizes the importance of learning from mistakes, hard work, and perseverance, encapsulated in the school motto, "Be the best you can be!"

Thundersley Primary School actively encourages parental involvement in children's education, recognizing the positive impact of home-school partnerships on student progress. The school is committed to developing well-rounded individuals who respect diverse beliefs and opinions, preparing them for future success in an ever-changing society.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ROBUS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
456
Boys
236
Girls
220
FSM %
10.50
Open date
2015-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 456 236 220 420 10.50
2024-09-11 447 223 224 420 11.20
2023-09-11 457 226 231 420 9.20
2022-09-11 457 226 231 420 9.20
2021-09-11 473 236 237 420 9.70
2020-09-11 477 225 252 420 9.00

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