Thorns Community Infant School
98%
Capacity
176
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Thorns Community Infant School
Thorns Community Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Warwick community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 176 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Thorns Community Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lizzy Biggs, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
Thorns Community Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 46 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thorns Community Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Chess, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warwick, Thorns Community Infant School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Blackthorn Road, Kenilworth, Warwick, CV8 2DS |
| Headteacher | Lizzy Biggs |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 176 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.4% |
| School Capacity | 176 / 180 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed46
112
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Blackthorn Road, Kenilworth
Warwick, CV8 2DS
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