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Thornton Primary School

Thornton Primary School, Bradford
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Thornton Primary School

Thornton Road, Thornton, Bradford, BD13 3NN

A Good-rated primary school in Bradford where 45% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils
475
Ages
3-11
FSM
27.2%
Capacity
600
Ofsted
Good
Jan 2020

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

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). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 62 responses), 81% of parents would recommend this school. 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.

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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.

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

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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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 do parents say about Thornton Primary School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 62 responses): 81% of parents would recommend Thornton Primary School.
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.