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Thrumpton Primary Academy

Thrumpton Primary Academy

Bassetlaw, DN22 7AQPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

113%

Capacity

230

Pupils

3.2x

Demand

About Thrumpton Primary Academy

Thrumpton Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 230 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 203 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Thrumpton Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Spacey, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8786th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 44 in Bassetlaw.

Thrumpton Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Thrumpton Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Swimming, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Coding, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Thrumpton Primary Academy is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressThrumpton Close, Retford, Bassetlaw, DN22 7AQ
HeadteacherLucy Spacey
Local AuthorityNottinghamshire
Number of Pupils230
Free School Meals (FSM)33.9%
School Capacity230 / 203 (113% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

9 Dec 2021
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (9 Dec 2021): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)

8786th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 64%

822nd of 1,353

In East Midlands

Top 61%

20th of 44

In Bassetlaw

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

57%

Expected Standard

7%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:79%
Higher:18%
Writing
Expected:79%
Higher:14%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:61%
Higher:21%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +4%

'22/23

53%

'23/24

57%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysical

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Dining HallOutdoor PlaygroundSports HallPlaying FieldsMusic RoomsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

FootballCricketNetballSwimming

Clubs & Activities

Science ClubChessCodingChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

95

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio3.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

36 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Thrumpton Primary Academy

Thrumpton Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01777702092www.thrumptonprimary-ac.org.uk

Thrumpton Close, Retford

Bassetlaw, DN22 7AQ

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Thrumpton Close, Retford

Bassetlaw, DN22 7AQ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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