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Thornley Academy
Requires Improvementgraded 24/01/2024Ages 2–11156 pupilsDoes not apply
Thornley Academy is a primary school for pupils aged 2 to 11 in Durham, within the County Durham local authority. The school has around 156 pupils on roll. It was most recently inspected by Ofsted in 24/01/2024 and continues to develop its provision for pupils. Families comparing primary schools in Durham can view Thornley Academy's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Durham (DH6 3DZ), Thornley Academy serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.
Pupil intake
Free school meals31.5%England avg 24.0%
English not first language4.0%England avg 18.8%
DfE school census, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Durham
All schools in Durham →Ludworth Primary SchoolGood · 0.9 miWheatley Hill Community Primary SchoolGood · 0.9 miSt Godrics Catholic Primary School, ThornleyGood · 0.9 miOur Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, ShottonGood · 1.6 miDeaf Hill Primary SchoolGood · 2.3 miTrimdon Hill School2.9 mi
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