Thornton Primary School
Coalville, LE67 1AH · Leicestershire · primary school
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48th of 215 primary schools in Leicestershire we can score, 231 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.9/10 against 2,289 of them, against 6.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Thornton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 129 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Thornton Primary School
Overview
Thornton Primary School is described as a small, growing institution with a "real family feel" where leaders have high expectations for all pupils. The report highlights that pupils are happy, show positive attitudes to learning, and feel safe within the school community.
Strengths
- Leaders have developed an "ambitious" curriculum with carefully sequenced knowledge and vocabulary to help pupils build understanding over time.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge" and present information clearly, using regular quizzes and assessments to check understanding and identify gaps.
- All pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, have equal opportunities to participate in lessons with appropriate support.
- Early years provision is "very detailed," helping children get a "good start" and preparing them effectively for Year 1.
- Pupils benefit from a focus on personal development, learning about British values, diversity, and financial awareness through daily assemblies and weekly lessons.
Areas to improve
- Teachers need to ensure pupils have opportunities to develop their writing across the curriculum, not just in English lessons.
- In some foundation subjects, learning activities are "too simplistic" and do not always provide pupils with opportunities to deepen their knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and using effective systems to record and monitor concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 87% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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