St Godrics Catholic Primary School, Thornley

URN: 147928 • Durham DH6 3NR

Overview

Name
St Godrics Catholic Primary School, Thornley
URN
147928
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
46.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julie Hill (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01429820333
Website
Visit
Address
Thornley Road, Durham DH6 3NR

Summary

St Godric's Catholic Primary School, located in Thornley, Durham, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 69 pupils, against a capacity of 105. The school operates under the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust and is federated with St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Wingate, allowing for collaborative curriculum delivery and shared resources. The school is committed to fostering a strong sense of community and belonging, encapsulated in its mission statement, “Shine among them like stars lighting up the sky,” which encourages students to use their unique gifts to contribute positively to their environment.

The school offers a supportive and nurturing atmosphere, where both academic and personal development are prioritised. St Godric's values inclusivity, with 20.3% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to serving a diverse community. Parents have expressed appreciation for the school's Catholic ethos and the positive impact it has on their children's overall development, beyond academic achievements.

For further information, parents can access the school’s website, which includes resources such as newsletters, policies, and performance reports. The school encourages open communication and is willing to provide documents in various formats upon request.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
105
Pupils
69
Boys
39
Girls
30
FSM %
20.30
Open date
2020-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 69 39 30 105 20.30
2024-09-11 66 35 31 105 19.70
2023-09-11 75 40 35 105 16.00
2022-09-11 75 40 35 105 16.00
2021-09-11 88 50 38 105 21.60
2020-09-11 105

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