Thornton Primary School
79%
Capacity
139
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Thornton Primary School
Thornton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 139 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thornton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Ashcroft, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1666th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 35 in Wyre.
Thornton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 21 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thornton Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Thornton 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Heys Street, Thornton-Cleveleys, Wyre, FY5 4JP |
| Headteacher | David Ashcroft |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 139 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.1% |
| School Capacity | 139 / 175 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1666th of 13,686
Nationally
209th of 2,065
In North West
5th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
79%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Heys Street, Thornton-Cleveleys
Wyre, FY5 4JP
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