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Thundersley Primary School Catchment Area

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

Thundersley Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Benfleet, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 456 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

456

Pupils

420

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Thundersley Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Thundersley Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. 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: 456 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Essex 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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Thundersley Primary School — School Information

Full address
Hart Road, Thundersley, Benfleet, SS7 3PT
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
10.5% of pupils
DfE URN
141626

Other Primary Schools in Benfleet

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Thundersley Primary School

Is Thundersley Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Thundersley Primary School currently has 456 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Thundersley Primary School?

Admission to Thundersley Primary School is managed by Essex. 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 Thundersley Primary School cover?

Thundersley Primary School is a primary school in Benfleet, Essex, 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 Thundersley Primary School?

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