Thoresby Primary School
105%
Capacity
563
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Thoresby Primary School
Thoresby Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kingston upon Hull, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 563 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 536 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Catherine Corner, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7732nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Thoresby Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 63 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thoresby Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Eco Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Thoresby Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Thoresby Street, Thoresby Primary School, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU5 3RG |
| Headteacher | Catherine Corner |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 563 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.7% |
| School Capacity | 563 / 536 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (29 Nov 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7732nd of 13,686
Nationally
820th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
48th of 69
In Kingston upon Hull, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed63
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thoresby Street, Thoresby Primary School
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU5 3RG
Thoresby Street, Thoresby Primary School
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU5 3RG
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