Thorne King Edward Primary School
King Edward Road, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 4BYOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Thorne King Edward Primary School is a primary school in Doncaster for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 136 schools in Doncaster. It ranks 78th of 95 primary schools in Doncaster. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in July 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 16 July 2024, report published 11 September 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 16 July 2024
Leaders have established a distinctive school vision based on the acronym 'HEART'. Staff work together to build their school on the foundations of happiness, excellence, aspirations, respect and togetherness. These are not just words. They are values that thread through all aspects of school life. Staff consistently display these values through their interactions with pupils. This inspires pupils to treat those around them with the utmost respect and kindness. Leaders have created a highly inclusive school culture. The school is a very happy place to learn. The school ensures that pupils study an ambitious curriculum. Pupils know that the things they learn now will help them in the future. This inspires pupils to be resilient when learning something new or mastering a skill such as writing. Pupils use their developing knowledge and skills confidently. This curriculum is brought to life through the impressive outdoor learning opportunities that the school offers. Pupils are well prepared for their next steps. Adults apply their high expectations of pupils consistently. Pupils behave consistently well. They display very positive attitudes towards their learning. Attendance is lower than it should be. However, leaders are taking action that is beginning to improve attendance. They are helping families to understand why it is important to attend school.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, the school has not identified the most important knowledge that pupils need precisely enough. Pupils do not connect this important knowledge to the things that they already know. The school should make sure that this knowledge is clearly identified to help pupils connect new learning to their existing knowledge.
- Some pupils with SEND do not have the precise support they need. This means they do not achieve as well as they could. The school should ensure that all staff understand how to meet the precise needs of pupils with SEND to ensure they achieve well.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
48 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
336 pupils on roll, with places for 320
Schools near Thorne King Edward Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Top | 0.6 miles | Report card: Needs attention to strong standard | 53% met the expected standard |
| Brooke Primary Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 69% met the expected standard |
| Marshland Primary Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 76% met the expected standard |
| West Road Primary Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Stainforth Kirton Lane Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 38% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr M J Petch
- Phone
- 01405813522
- Address
- King Edward Road, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 4BY
- Local authority
- Doncaster
- URN
- 106750
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.