Thornhill Primary School
104%
Capacity
80
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Thornhill Primary School
Thornhill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 80 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 77 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thornhill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Georgina Mawson, it falls under Cumberland 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 7919th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 111 in Cumberland.
The school has 18 places available and received 18 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thornhill Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Netball, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Thornhill Primary School is one of the options available in the North West 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ehen Road, Egremont, Cumberland, CA22 2SJ |
| Headteacher | Georgina Mawson |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 80 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.4% |
| School Capacity | 80 / 77 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7919th of 13,686
Nationally
1126th of 2,065
In North West
43rd of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/2618
18
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (100% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ehen Road, Egremont
Cumberland, CA22 2SJ
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