PrimaryData as of May 2026

Thorney Close Primary School

Torquay Road, Sunderland, SR3 4BB

Community school

Pupils

290

Ages

3-11

FSM

58.5%

Capacity

315

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

80.0%

Writing

73.0%

Maths

78.0%

RWM Combined

63.0%

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About Thorney Close Primary School

Thorney Close Primary School is a primary school in Sunderland, Sunderland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 290 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Torquay Road, Sunderland, SR3 4BB | More schools in Sunderland

Ofsted inspection history

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

Sept 2023 — Good
Nov 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Thorney Close Primary School

What is Thorney Close Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Thorney Close Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Thorney Close Primary School's latest exam results?

Thorney Close Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Thorney Close Primary School located?

Thorney Close Primary School is a primary school in Sunderland, Sunderland (SR3 4BB).

How many pupils attend Thorney Close Primary School?

Thorney Close Primary School has around 290 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Thorney Close Primary School with other schools?

View Thorney Close 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 Sunderland.