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Thorndown Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Thorndown Primary School is a community primary school in St Ives, Cambridgeshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 493 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4–11

Age range

493

Pupils

630

Capacity

78%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Thorndown Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Thorndown Primary School is set by Cambridgeshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cambridgeshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Cambridgeshire catchment area documents →

Thorndown Primary School — School Information

Full address
Hill Rise, St Ives, PE27 6SE
Local authority
Cambridgeshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
16.8% of pupils
DfE URN
136814

Other Primary Schools in St Ives

If Thorndown Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in St Ives are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thorndown Primary School

Is Thorndown Primary School oversubscribed?

Thorndown Primary School has a capacity of 630 places and currently has 493 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Cambridgeshire.

What is the admissions policy for Thorndown Primary School?

Admission to Thorndown Primary School is managed by Cambridgeshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Thorndown Primary School cover?

Thorndown Primary School is a primary school in St Ives, Cambridgeshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Thorndown Primary School?

Thorndown Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.