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
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.
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.
Useful links
- SEN (sen)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions & Attendance (other)
- General School Policies (other)
- Our Website Terms (other)
- Robus Trust Policies (other)
- 01268 793 251 (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies and Accessibility Statement (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Kents Hill Infant School (70.2)
- Kingston School (70.2)
- The Robert Drake Primary School (70.2)
- Westwood Academy (68.9)
- South Benfleet Primary School (65.4)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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