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Thornhill Primary School Catchment Area

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

Thornhill Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Egremont, Cumberland , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 80 pupils, and a capacity of 77 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

80

Pupils

77

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Thornhill Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Thornhill Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cumberland. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 80 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 77 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cumberland 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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Thornhill Primary School — School Information

Full address
Ehen Road, Thornhill, Egremont, CA22 2SJ
Local authority
Cumberland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
31.4% of pupils
DfE URN
147396

Other Primary Schools in Egremont

If Thornhill Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Egremont are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thornhill Primary School

Is Thornhill Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Thornhill Primary School currently has 80 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 77 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Thornhill Primary School?

Admission to Thornhill Primary School is managed by Cumberland. 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 Thornhill Primary School cover?

Thornhill Primary School is a primary school in Egremont, Cumberland, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Thornhill Primary School?

Thornhill Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.