Thurlstone Primary School
Sheffield, S36 9RD · Barnsley · primary school
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68th of 72 primary schools in Barnsley we can score, 77 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 the 3,547 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.2/10 among them, against 0.8/10 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 | 37.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.24 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Thurlstone Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 37.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.2 out of 10 among them, against 0.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 182 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. 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 literacy and numeracy? What specific strategies are used to help children progress towards the higher standard? How does the school manage class sizes when operating above its designated capacity?
What Ofsted said about Thurlstone Primary School
Overview
Thurlstone Primary School is described as a "happy and successful school" where pupils are "very proud to attend" and show "high levels of enthusiasm" for learning. Leaders have recently strengthened the curriculum, which is now clear and broken down into manageable steps, though some pupils retain knowledge gaps from the previous offer. The school benefits from high staff morale and strong community links, with parents viewing it as a central hub.
Strengths
- Pupils behave "extremely well," with bullying being "extremely rare" and addressed "quickly and effectively" by staff.
- The school meets the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities "extremely well," providing clear individual targets and close monitoring.
- Leaders ensure pupils learn to read well through trained staff, regular checks, and books matched to known sounds to develop fluency.
- Staff are "highly valued" by leaders, resulting in high morale and pride in working at the school.
- Pupils engage in enriching activities, including educational visits and community contributions, such as raising money for Ukrainian families.
Areas to improve
- Leaders and governors must make quality assurance processes more rigorous, particularly regarding behaviour trends and the impact of pupil premium funding on extra-curricular activities.
- In some subjects, teachers need to use more effective strategies to check that pupils remember the new curriculum over time and to consistently identify minor knowledge gaps.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders and staff knowing pupils well, reacting quickly to concerns, and working closely with external agencies when needed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 37% |
| 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.
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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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