Thornden Wood Primary School
URN: 147751 • Herne Bay CT6 7RS
Overview
- Name
- Thornden Wood Primary School
- URN
- 147751
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EKC SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kate Espley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01227373095
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Greenhill Road, Herne Bay CT6 7RS
Summary
Thornden Wood Primary School is an inclusive and nurturing academy located in Herne Bay, Kent. With a current enrolment of 301 pupils, the school has a capacity of 420, allowing for a close-knit community atmosphere. The school places a strong emphasis on respect and kindness, fostering an environment where pupils are encouraged to thrive both academically and socially.
The curriculum at Thornden Wood is designed to provide aspirational educational experiences, ensuring that pupils are confident, articulate, and well-behaved. Staff maintain high expectations for all students, promoting a culture of achievement and personal growth. The school actively supports its diverse student body, with a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity.
Parents can expect a collaborative approach to education at Thornden Wood, where the school values community involvement and strives to create a positive learning environment for all. For more information, visit their website at www.thorndenwood.kent.sch.uk.
The curriculum at Thornden Wood is designed to provide aspirational educational experiences, ensuring that pupils are confident, articulate, and well-behaved. Staff maintain high expectations for all students, promoting a culture of achievement and personal growth. The school actively supports its diverse student body, with a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity.
Parents can expect a collaborative approach to education at Thornden Wood, where the school values community involvement and strives to create a positive learning environment for all. For more information, visit their website at www.thorndenwood.kent.sch.uk.
Useful links
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Website design (other)
- ENTER MAIN WEBSITE (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EKC SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 301
- Boys
- 156
- Girls
- 145
- FSM %
- 42.20
- Open date
- 2020-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 301 | 156 | 145 | 420 | 42.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 289 | 154 | 135 | 420 | 37.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 297 | 160 | 137 | 420 | 31.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 297 | 160 | 137 | 420 | 31.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 306 | 161 | 145 | 420 | 25.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 420 |
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