Thompson Primary School

About Thompson Primary School

Thompson Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Breckland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 83 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Thompson Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Gamble, it falls under Norfolk local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12761st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 43 in Breckland.

Thompson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 15 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.

Thompson Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (17 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Thompson Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Breckland, Thompson 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.

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