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Thornton Dale CofE Primary School

Castle Close, Thornton-le-Dale, Pickering, YO18 7TW

Academy sponsor led · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Inadequate

Mar 2025

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63% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

75.0%

Writing

63.0%

Maths

88.0%

RWM Combined

63.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Pickering Community Infant School

3.19 km away · Community school

Good

Pickering Community Junior School

3.99 km away · Community school

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy

4.18 km away · Academy converter

Good

Rillington Primary School

8.94 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Sinnington Community Primary School

9.41 km away · Academy converter

Good

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About Thornton Dale CofE Primary School

Thornton Dale CofE Primary School is a primary school in Pickering, North Yorkshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Inadequate (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 47 responses), 85% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 137 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Castle Close, Pickering, YO18 7TW | More schools in North Yorkshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Mar 2019 — Inadequate (predecessor: Thornton Dale CofE (VC) Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Thornton Dale CofE Primary School

What is Thornton Dale CofE Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Thornton Dale CofE Primary School received a Inadequate rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about Thornton Dale CofE Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 47 responses): 85% of parents would recommend Thornton Dale CofE Primary School.

What are Thornton Dale CofE Primary School's latest exam results?

Thornton Dale CofE Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Thornton Dale CofE Primary School located?

Thornton Dale CofE Primary School is a primary school in Pickering, North Yorkshire (YO18 7TW).

How many pupils attend Thornton Dale CofE Primary School?

Thornton Dale CofE Primary School has around 137 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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