--- url: "https://stgodricsthornley.org/" school: "St. Godric's Catholic Primary School, Thornley" --- ### Welcome to St. Godric's Catholic Primary School [ Starting School Guide Everything parents need to know about starting our school, all in one easy-to-read guide. › ](https://stgodricsthornley.org/starting-school-guide) [![](https://stgodricsthornley.org/images/pages/Screenshot_2026-08-17_at_11.18.30.png)](https://st-godric-s-catholic-primary-school-thornley.schudio.com/nursery) ![Descriptive Alt](https://stgodricsthornley.org/images/new.jpeg) ## Welcome to St. Godric’s Catholic Primary School, Thornley Welcome to St. Godric’s Catholic Primary School, Thornley. I am Julie Hill and I feel very privileged to be Executive Headteacher of our wonderful school. I hope that you find our website useful. You may like to find out about all the interesting and exciting events happening in our school, and the best way to do this is through our newsletters, diary and items such as the school brochure and various policies. Also included are photographs of some of the enjoyable activities which happen here. **Mrs. J. Hill** *Executive Headteacher* [ Read More About Us ](https://stgodricsthornley.org/about-us/friends-of-the-school) ## Learn and Grow with Us Our primary school offers a nurturing environment where children can develop their skills and discover their potential. ### Why Choose Us? - **Prayer**: Our school is a sacred place with care at it’s heart. - **Creativity**: Colour and creativity abound in the Early Years Foundation Stage. - **Friendship**: The best days of your life. - **Imagination**: Learning through imaginative play, the freedom to explore worlds of your own making Join our vibrant school community where children are encouraged to explore, learn, and grow in a safe and supportive environment. [ Schedule a Visit ](https://stgodricsthornley.org/contact) [ Learn More ](https://stgodricsthornley.org/about-us/our-mission-and-values) [YouTube video](https://www.youtube.com/embed/fx_PeoU9VSw) ### What it's like to be part of St. Godric's Our school fosters an inclusive and encouraging environment where every child can achieve their full potential. ## Social Media Feed [Embedded content](https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d2302.9125492290655!2d-1.423813084616382!3d54.746340576627006!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x487e89bd6ad00bb3%3A0x30d0415ec81d5bf7!2sSt+Godric%27s+(RCVA)+Primary+School!5e0!3m2!1sen!2suk!4v1528714019062) ![St. Godric's Catholic Primary School, Thornley](https://files.schudio.com/st-godric-s-catholic-primary-school-thornley/images/logo/logo-footer-with-diocese-02.png) ### St. Godric's Catholic Primary School, Thornley Thornley Road Wheatley Hill County Durham DH6 3NR 01429 820 333 ### Useful Links: - [Website Terms](https://bccet.org.uk/website-terms) - [Accessibility Statement](https://bccet.org.uk/accessibility-statement) - [Privacy Notice](https://bccet.org.uk/privacy-policy) - [FOI](https://bccet.org.uk/freedom-of-information) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stgodricthornley) © Copyright 2025–2026 St. Godric's Catholic Primary School, Thornley School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stgodricsthornley.org/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)