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Thornton Primary School
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Thornton Primary School
- Primary
- Bagworth & Thornton LE67 1AH
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Children begin learning to read as soon as they start school, with daily phonics lessons continuing in Year 1 and 2.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is ambitious and carefully planned to build knowledge over time.
Areas Needing Improvement: Opportunities to practice writing need to be increased across foundation subjects.
Performance in Maths & Reading: In mathematics, pupils get time to practice what they've learned, and reading is prioritized from early years.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers provide extra support to help those who fall behind quickly catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, display positive behaviors, and lessons are rarely disrupted by poor behavior.
Support for SEND Pupils: All pupils, including those with SEND, have the same opportunities to participate in all lessons with support as needed.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils feel safe and are confident teachers will address any concerns, including potential bullying.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Teachers and leaders know their pupils and families well and support them effectively.
Teacher Engagement: Staff at the school say leaders support them well.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers use regular quizzes and assessments to identify gaps and help pupils improve.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Strong subject knowledge and clear presentation of information by teachers aid student learning.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some activities in foundation subjects are too simplistic and do not always deepen pupils' knowledge.
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About Us
Thornton Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 137 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 47% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to the Thornton Primary School website. We are a small primary school in Leicestershire serving students between the ages of 4 and 11. We are a founding academy of the Symphony Learning Trust and maintain a close working relationship with several Shepshed area schools, most notably Newcroft Primary School. Our head teacher is Mrs. Sarah Acton. We are a tiny village primary school where we get to know each student individually. We have high expectations for each and every one of our kids as part of our ethos, which is focused on support, challenge, and encouragement. We promote consideration and courtesy for other people, their beliefs, and their customs. We assist kids in cultivating active, inquisitive minds so they can make future-affecting judgements and comprehend the perspectives of others. We believe that by cooperating, our competent, committed, and caring staff team can achieve the greatest level of improvement. Please don't hesitate to schedule a visit if any parents are interested. You and your kid will be warmly welcomed by Mrs. Acton at Thornton Primary School. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing our website and discover the details you're looking for. Any questions you may have can be directed to the school directly. We will gladly give you a free paper copy of the data on our website if you request one.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C
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C+
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.3 | 16.1 | 20.2 |
| Proficient Math | 99 | 107 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 100 | 108 | 106 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 99 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 100 | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 47% | 57.49% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.1% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | -1.9 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 2 | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 2 | 99 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 79% 23 | 63.64% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 26% 15 | 10.73% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | 0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -0.8 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 1 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 56% 4 | 62.19% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% 4 | 9.63% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.6 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 92 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 92 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 60% | 56.02% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 15% | 8.56% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.5 | Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 9th Jul 2025 - 24th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 8th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thornton Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1