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Thorney Close Primary School Catchment Area

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

Thorney Close Primary School is a community primary school in Sunderland , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 290 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

290

Pupils

315

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Thorney Close Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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

Find Sunderland catchment area documents →

Thorney Close Primary School — School Information

Full address
Torquay Road, Sunderland, SR3 4BB
Local authority
Sunderland
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
58.5% of pupils
DfE URN
108828

Other Primary Schools in Sunderland

If Thorney Close Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sunderland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thorney Close Primary School

Is Thorney Close Primary School oversubscribed?

Thorney Close Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 315 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Thorney Close Primary School?

Admission to Thorney Close Primary School is managed by Sunderland. 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 Thorney Close Primary School cover?

Thorney Close Primary School is a primary school in Sunderland, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Thorney Close Primary School?

Thorney Close Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.