Thorns Primary School
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Thorns Primary School
Thorns Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Thorns Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Jordan, it falls under Dudley local authority.
Thorns Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 15 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thorns Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Gymnastics, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Thorns Primary 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Thorns Road, Brierley Hill, Dudley, DY5 2JY |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Jordan |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.8% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
50
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thorns Road, Brierley Hill
Dudley, DY5 2JY
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