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What is Thompson Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Thompson Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2021).

Where is Thompson Primary School located?

Thompson Primary School is located in Thetford, Norfolk, East of England, IP24 1PY.

What age range does Thompson Primary School serve?

Thompson Primary School serves students aged 4 to 11.

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Thompson Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Thompson Primary School

Thompson Primary School is a primary academy in Thetford, East of England. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Thompson Primary School has 38% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 39 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 46.4%, 6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.3%.

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OfstedGood · 2021KS2 expected38%Attendance95.7%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Solid54% data coverage

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Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Thompson Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 4–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 39 pupils
SEN support: 16% of pupils

In context — vs similar-intake schools

Bottom 25% for its intake

Thompson Primary School is in the bottom 25% for KS2 results (reading, writing & maths) among schools with a similar intake (0–8% of pupils eligible for free school meals).

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The area around this school

Environment score: 63/100

Good surroundings

Air quality78/100

Transport access5/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Thompson Primary School

At Thompson Primary School, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

69% met the expected standard in reading and 54% in maths.

Attendance at Thompson Primary School

Thompson Primary School has an overall absence rate of 4.3%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Thompson Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Thompson Primary School is 46.4%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Thompson Primary School

Thompson Primary School has 39 pupils on roll.

6% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

16% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Thompson Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

Thompson Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in December 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Thompson Primary School is overdue for reinspection.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Thompson Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

Thompson Primary School