PrimaryData as of May 2026

Thornhill Primary School

Thornhill Gardens, Shildon, DL4 1ES

Community school

Pupils

207

Ages

4-11

FSM

32.4%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Outstanding

Feb 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

97.0%

Writing

97.0%

Maths

100.0%

RWM Combined

93.0%

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About Thornhill Primary School

Thornhill Primary School is a primary school in Shildon, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 93% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 207 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Thornhill Gardens, Shildon, DL4 1ES | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

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

Feb 2023 — Outstanding
Jun 2008 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Thornhill Primary School

What is Thornhill Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Thornhill Primary School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Thornhill Primary School's latest exam results?

Thornhill Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 93% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Thornhill Primary School located?

Thornhill Primary School is a primary school in Shildon, County Durham (DL4 1ES).

How many pupils attend Thornhill Primary School?

Thornhill Primary School has around 207 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Thornhill Primary School with other schools?

View Thornhill 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 County Durham.