Thorndown Primary School
78%
Capacity
493
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Thorndown Primary School
Thorndown Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Huntingdonshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 493 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thorndown Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christopher Snape, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6847th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 55 in Huntingdonshire.
Thorndown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
Thorndown Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thorndown Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Huntingdonshire, Thorndown 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hill Rise, St Ives, Huntingdonshire, PE27 6SE |
| Headteacher | Christopher Snape |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 493 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.8% |
| School Capacity | 493 / 630 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6847th of 13,686
Nationally
736th of 1,612
In East of England
20th of 55
In Huntingdonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
63%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
115
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hill Rise, St Ives
Huntingdonshire, PE27 6SE
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