Thameside Primary School
100%
Capacity
856
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Thameside Primary School
Thameside Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Thurrock community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 856 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 860 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thameside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Bray, it falls under Thurrock local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9143rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 39 in Thurrock.
Thameside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 174 applications for 98 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 77 were first-preference applications.
Thameside Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (104 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thameside Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Gymnastics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Thurrock, Thameside Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Manor Road, Grays, Thurrock, RM17 6EF |
| Headteacher | Joanna Bray |
| Local Authority | Thurrock |
| Number of Pupils | 856 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.0% |
| School Capacity | 856 / 860 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9143rd of 13,686
Nationally
1002nd of 1,612
In East of England
31st of 39
In Thurrock
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
104 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed98
174
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
77 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Thameside Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Manor Road, Grays
Thurrock, RM17 6EF
Journey to School
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