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Thornford CofE Primary School Catchment Area

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

Thornford CofE Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Sherborne, Dorset , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 99 pupils, and a capacity of 105 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

99

Pupils

105

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Thornford CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Thornford CofE Primary School is managed by Dorset and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 94% 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 Dorset before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Thornford CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Boot Lane, Thornford, Sherborne, DT9 6QY
Local authority
Dorset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
9.1% of pupils
DfE URN
144415

Other Primary Schools in Sherborne

If Thornford CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sherborne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thornford CofE Primary School

Is Thornford CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

Thornford CofE Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 105 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Thornford CofE Primary School?

Thornford CofE Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Dorset before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Thornford CofE Primary School cover?

Thornford CofE Primary School is a primary school in Sherborne, Dorset, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.