Thornley Academy
URN: 151059 • Durham DH6 3DZ
Overview
- Name
- Thornley Academy
- URN
- 151059
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WISE ACADEMIES
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Anna Caine (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01429820280
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cooper's Terrace, Durham DH6 3DZ
Summary
Thornley Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Durham, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 156 pupils against a capacity of 210. The school is part of the WISE Academies Trust, which aims to inspire success and excellence among its students. The headteacher, Mrs. Anna Caine, emphasizes the importance of inclusion and the unique needs of each child, fostering an environment where every pupil is supported and celebrated.
The academy prioritises a love of learning within an engaging and inspiring atmosphere, maintaining high expectations for behaviour and courtesy. Thornley Academy offers a curriculum that encourages personal development through various experiences linked to culture, diversity, leadership, and citizenship, ensuring that students acquire the skills and character necessary for future success.
With a significant percentage of pupils (40.20%) eligible for free school meals, Thornley Academy is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its community. The school encourages parental involvement and feedback, striving to create a collaborative environment that supports both students and families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The academy prioritises a love of learning within an engaging and inspiring atmosphere, maintaining high expectations for behaviour and courtesy. Thornley Academy offers a curriculum that encourages personal development through various experiences linked to culture, diversity, leadership, and citizenship, ensuring that students acquire the skills and character necessary for future success.
With a significant percentage of pupils (40.20%) eligible for free school meals, Thornley Academy is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its community. The school encourages parental involvement and feedback, striving to create a collaborative environment that supports both students and families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- Governance & Finance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Welcome (other)
- Ethos and Values (other)
- WISE Academies Trust (other)
- WISE Childhood Pledge (other)
- Policies (other)
- Safeguarding (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates and Opening Times (other)
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WISE ACADEMIES
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 156
- Boys
- 89
- Girls
- 67
- FSM %
- 40.20
- Open date
- 2024-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 156 | 89 | 67 | 210 | 40.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 |
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