Thornbury Primary Leadership Academy

URN: 145936 • Bradford BD3 7AU

Overview

Name
Thornbury Primary Leadership Academy
URN
145936
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
STAR ACADEMIES
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Chris Young (since 2025)
Telephone
01274665812
Website
Visit
Address
Dick Lane, Bradford BD3 7AU

Summary

Thornbury Primary Leadership Academy, located in Bradford, serves a diverse community with pupils speaking over 25 languages. As an academy converter, it is part of Star Academies and focuses on fostering a caring and inclusive environment. The school is committed to high academic standards, with pupils typically achieving above national averages by the end of Year 6.

The curriculum at Thornbury is rigorous and knowledge-based, designed to prepare students for secondary education and beyond. The school places a strong emphasis on its Star values of Service, Teamwork, Ambition, and Respect, which underpin both academic and leadership development. This holistic approach aims to nurture confident, resilient learners who are also responsible citizens.

Thornbury Primary actively engages with the local community, encouraging pupils to participate in charitable initiatives and events. The school promotes a partnership between home and school, fostering positive relationships to support each child's educational journey. With a current enrolment of 508 pupils and a capacity of 630, Thornbury aims to provide a supportive and enriching educational experience for all.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
STAR ACADEMIES
Capacity
630
Pupils
508
Boys
251
Girls
257
FSM %
30.30
Open date
2018-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 508 251 257 630 30.30
2024-09-11 516 248 268 630 29.60
2023-09-11 538 280 258 630 32.30
2022-09-11 538 280 258 630 32.30
2021-09-11 583 307 276 630 32.80
2020-09-11 608 321 287 630 25.00

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