Thorngumbald Primary School
77%
Capacity
177
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Thorngumbald Primary School
Thorngumbald Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Riding of Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 177 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Thorngumbald Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Norton, it falls under East Riding of Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8729th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 106 in East Riding of Yorkshire.
Thorngumbald Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 20 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Thorngumbald Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics, Netball, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire, Thorngumbald 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Plumtree Road, Thorngumbald, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU12 9QQ |
| Headteacher | Sarah Norton |
| Local Authority | East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 177 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.2% |
| School Capacity | 177 / 230 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8729th of 13,686
Nationally
929th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
62nd of 106
In East Riding of Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
27
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Plumtree Road, Thorngumbald
East Riding of Yorkshire, HU12 9QQ
Plumtree Road, Thorngumbald
East Riding of Yorkshire, HU12 9QQ
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