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Thornton Primary School

Thornton Road, Thornton, Bradford, BD13 3NN

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Pupils

475

Ages

3-11

FSM

27.2%

Capacity

600

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2020

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

62.0%

Writing

56.0%

Maths

68.0%

RWM Combined

45.0%

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About Thornton Primary School

Thornton Primary School is a primary school in Bradford, Bradford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2020 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 45% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 475 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Thornton Road, Bradford, BD13 3NN | More schools in Bradford

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2025 — Standards maintained
Jan 2020 — Good
Jul 2016 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Thornton Primary School)

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 2020 inspection.

What are Thornton Primary School's latest exam results?

Thornton Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 45% 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 Bradford, Bradford (BD13 3NN).

How many pupils attend Thornton Primary School?

Thornton Primary School has around 475 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 Bradford.