St John's Church of England Primary School, Thornham
URN: 150323 • Slattocks M24 2SB
Overview
- Name
- St John's Church of England Primary School, Thornham
- URN
- 150323
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CRANMER EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 55.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca Hunter (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01616434687
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St. John's CE Primary School, Slattocks M24 2SB
Summary
St John's Church of England Primary School, located in Thornham, Rochdale, is a mixed academy converter catering to 120 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 105. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that promotes the development of each child's potential through a balanced curriculum. Emphasising the importance of both academic and personal growth, St John's integrates British values and spiritual, moral, social, and cultural (SMSC) education into its teaching.
The school prides itself on its strong community ethos, reflecting its Church of England foundation. It aims to create a supportive atmosphere where children feel valued and encouraged to explore their interests. Continuous provision areas, both indoors and outdoors, provide diverse learning opportunities that cater to various learning styles and preferences.
St John's actively engages with parents and the wider community, ensuring open communication through regular letters from the Headteacher and the CEO of Cranmer. The school also offers support for families, with approximately 11.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, highlighting its commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for all students.
The school prides itself on its strong community ethos, reflecting its Church of England foundation. It aims to create a supportive atmosphere where children feel valued and encouraged to explore their interests. Continuous provision areas, both indoors and outdoors, provide diverse learning opportunities that cater to various learning styles and preferences.
St John's actively engages with parents and the wider community, ensuring open communication through regular letters from the Headteacher and the CEO of Cranmer. The school also offers support for families, with approximately 11.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, highlighting its commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for all students.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND- Special Educational Needs and Disablities (sen)
- Easter Events 2019 (calendar)
- Acceptable Use Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Communication Policy (other)
- Curriculum Policy (other)
- Policies (other)
- Uniform Policy (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Rochdale
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CRANMER EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 120
- Boys
- 60
- Girls
- 60
- FSM %
- 11.70
- Open date
- 2024-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 120 | 60 | 60 | 105 | 11.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 105 |
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