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Thrumpton Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Thrumpton Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Retford, Nottinghamshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 230 pupils, and a capacity of 203 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

230

Pupils

203

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Thrumpton Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Thrumpton Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Nottinghamshire. 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: 230 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 203 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 Nottinghamshire 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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Thrumpton Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Thrumpton Close, Retford, DN22 7AQ
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
33.9% of pupils
DfE URN
144555

Other Primary Schools in Retford

If Thrumpton Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Retford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thrumpton Primary Academy

Is Thrumpton Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Thrumpton Primary Academy currently has 230 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 203 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Thrumpton Primary Academy?

Admission to Thrumpton Primary Academy is managed by Nottinghamshire. 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 Thrumpton Primary Academy cover?

Thrumpton Primary Academy is a primary school in Retford, Nottinghamshire, 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 Thrumpton Primary Academy?

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