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About

It is a pleasure to lead a school where excellence in education is not only our priority but also deeply rooted in the values of community, respect, and collaboration. At Thursby Primary School, we are committed to providing a high standard of education that nurtures the academic, social, and emotional growth of every child.

Our curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and foster a lifelong love of learning. We are a highly inclusive school that believes that each child has the potential to achieve great things, and we are dedicated to supporting them in reaching their fullest potential.

The success of our students is built on the strong partnerships we maintain with parents, carers, and the local community. We recognise that education extends beyond the classroom, and we actively engage with families and local organisations to create a supportive network around our students.

This partnership ensures that we provide a well-rounded education that prepares our children to thrive both in school and in the wider world. Our children display excellent behaviour and positive attitudes towards their learning. They take pride in being part of the Thursby Primary School family.

In the school’s own words, from the school website.

Enrichment

7 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Computing
  • Music
  • Archery
  • Fencing
  • Gymnastics
  • Hockey
  • Stem

Awards

1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Duke of EdinburghPersonal development

Key facts

URN
112123
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Ages
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Nursery
Has Nursery Classes
Local authority
Cumberland
Constituency
Penrith and Solway
Setting
Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city

Governing body (7 current, 1 former)

Maintained school governing body.

Leadership

NameRoleHow appointedTerm
Mr Liam BensonChair of GovernorsAppointed by GB/boardsince 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027

Full governing body

NameRoleHow appointedTerm
Mrs Lisa BrownGovernorElected by school staffsince 2025 · until 2029
Ms Claire LargeGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2025 · until 2029
Mr Carl BarnesGovernorEx-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principalsince 2025
Miss Denise SwinburnGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2024 · until 2028
Mrs Julie StewartGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2024 · until 2028
Mrs Gillian MartinGovernorAppointed by GB/boardsince 2022 · until 2030
Ms Vic Davis FormerGovernorAppointed by LAsince 2025 · term ended 2026

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