Thornhill Primary School
81%
Capacity
341
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Thornhill Primary School
Thornhill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 341 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Thornhill Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher L Carroll, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 15% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13611th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 42 in Southampton.
Thornhill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 36 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
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 Thornhill Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cricket, Tennis, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 68.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Thornhill Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Byron Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO19 6FH |
| Headteacher | L Carroll |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 341 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 68.0% |
| School Capacity | 341 / 420 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (15%)
13611th of 13,686
Nationally
2026th of 2,034
In South East
42nd of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
15%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
16%
'23/24
15%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Thornhill Primary School
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Contact Information
Byron Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO19 6FH
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