PrimaryData as of May 2026

Thornton Primary School

Thornton Road, Ward End, Birmingham, B8 2LQ

Community school

Pupils

477

Ages

7-11

FSM

55.3%

Capacity

480

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2017

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

73.0%

Maths

81.0%

RWM Combined

67.0%

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About Thornton Primary School

Thornton Primary School is a primary school in Birmingham, Birmingham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 477 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Thornton Road, Birmingham, B8 2LQ | More schools in Birmingham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Thornton Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2023 — School remains Good
Oct 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Thornton Primary School

What is Thornton Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Thornton Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.

What are Thornton Primary School's latest exam results?

Thornton Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Thornton Primary School located?

Thornton Primary School is a primary school in Birmingham, Birmingham (B8 2LQ).

How many pupils attend Thornton Primary School?

Thornton Primary School has around 477 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Thornton Primary School with other schools?

View Thornton Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Birmingham.