State School
#45 in Best Primary Schools in Dorset
Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney
Work here? Update your school profile
Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney
- Primary
- Litton Cheney DT2 9AU
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Foundational Skills: Teachers maintain a strong focus on developing early reading and phonics skills, and provide books that capture pupils' interest.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils benefit from the teachers鈥� strong focus on extending vocabulary.
Foundational Skills: Phonics and mathematics curriculum designed into small steps; staff training ensures accuracy.
Success of the Curriculum: Vision of success for all pupils with sequenced curriculum.
Areas Needing Improvement: The teaching of spelling and handwriting is not consistently prioritized across the school.
Areas Needing Improvement: Early years curriculum not ambitious; lacks seamless transition to Year 1.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils make a good start in developing their early reading and phonic skills, and show strong progress in mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Pupils receive extra assistance should they show signs of falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils respond positively and behave extremely well.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Most pupils learn to read with accuracy and fluency; enjoy their learning.
Support for Falling Behind: Accurate checks enable staff to close gaps in phonics and maths.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have strong moral code but low-level disruption in younger classes.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) enjoy learning and are proud to attend the school.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: There is a clear culture of safeguarding where everyone is committed to securing pupils鈥� welfare.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school promotes strong links with community groups and welfare agencies, making appropriate referrals when needed.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare; pupils understand respect and difference.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Inclusive environment; pupils learn about equality and tolerance.
Parent Feedback: Parents highly praise the school, describing it as a wonderful gem.
Parental Involvement: The school enlists the full support of parents and improves attendance to match the national average.
Extracurricular Activities: With additional assistance from the diocese and local community, the school enriches pupils鈥� education with a range of outdoor sports and activities.
Outdoor Facilities: The school provides a wide range of stimulating outdoor learning areas.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers model good speaking skills and extend pupils鈥� vocabulary through high-quality texts.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers鈥� focus on systematically developing reasoning and problem-solving skills helps sustain pupils鈥� good achievement in mathematics.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers use assessments effectively to provide the right level of challenge, though reading records could be more diagnostic.
Teaching Staff Challenges: The teaching of spelling and handwriting needs more consistent priority.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 95 students from age 2-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 64% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney
Nearby Schools in Your Area
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C
|
B-
|
D-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 2-11 | 3-11 | 3-9 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.2 | - | 16 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 111 | - |
| Proficient Read | 109 | 107 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 96 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 64% | 49.73% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.08% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3 | Above Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.3 | Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 109 3 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 94 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 63% 12 | 58.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.32% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.8 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | 0.8 | Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | 105 | 94 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 75% 2 | 56.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 7.71% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.3 | Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | 105 | 90 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 73% | 51.38% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.79% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.0 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | Average |
Best Schools 2025
Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney Rankings
夜来香研究所 ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney
Local authority ratio 18 : 1