Thorpe Primary
URN: 148288 • Bradford BD10 9PY
Overview
- Name
- Thorpe Primary
- URN
- 148288
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CARLTON ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Mennell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01274414126
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Albion Road, Bradford BD10 9PY
Summary
Thorpe Primary School is a one-form entry academy located in the village of Idle, Bradford. With a current enrolment of 196 pupils and a capacity of 206, the school has achieved a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in 2023, reflecting its commitment to high standards in teaching, learning, and pastoral care. The school is part of the Carlton Academy Trust, which fosters collaboration to enhance educational outcomes for all students.
The curriculum at Thorpe Primary is designed to be stimulating and enriching, encouraging pupils to be aspirational, inquisitive, and mindful. The school promotes a culture of curiosity and a love for learning, aiming to develop resilience and self-assurance in its students. Strong partnerships with families and the wider community are emphasised, ensuring that every child is supported in reaching their full potential.
Thorpe Primary is proud of its achievements, including recognition at the TES Early Years Setting of the Year Award and the Silver Pearson Award. The school values inclusivity and strives to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at Thorpe Primary is designed to be stimulating and enriching, encouraging pupils to be aspirational, inquisitive, and mindful. The school promotes a culture of curiosity and a love for learning, aiming to develop resilience and self-assurance in its students. Strong partnerships with families and the wider community are emphasised, ensuring that every child is supported in reaching their full potential.
Thorpe Primary is proud of its achievements, including recognition at the TES Early Years Setting of the Year Award and the Silver Pearson Award. The school values inclusivity and strives to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and personally.
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Nearby alternatives
- Farnham Primary School (75.5)
- St John's CofE Primary School (74.1)
- Idle CofE Primary School (73.7)
- Feversham Primary Academy (72.5)
- Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy (72.1)
Key details
- LA
- Bradford
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CARLTON ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 206
- Pupils
- 196
- Boys
- 99
- Girls
- 97
- FSM %
- 42.90
- Open date
- 2020-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 196 | 99 | 97 | 206 | 42.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 206 | 103 | 103 | 206 | 46.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 202 | 112 | 90 | 206 | 46.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 202 | 112 | 90 | 206 | 46.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 204 | 104 | 100 | 206 | 39.70 |
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