Academy day

Little Jumping Beans and Jumping Beans Nursery

  • Thorpepark provides morning or afternoon sessions for all 2, 3 and 4 years olds.
  • Only children who are entitled to 30 hours funding stay for a full day.
  • This day will start at 8.45am and end at 3.30pm.
  • Lunchtime for these children is 11.45am to 12.30pm.

Foundation Stage to Year 6

  • Every morning staff will be available on the doors to welcome children into school and to communicate with parent/carers.
  • The doors open at 8.45am and doors close at 8.50am for registration.
  • The school day ends at 3.30pm on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
  • On a Thursday the day ends at 1.50pm for all foundation to Year 6 children. The nursery settings are open until 3.30pm on this day. A club is provided for working families until 3.30pm.
  • A typical week for the children is now 32.5 hours term time only

Breakfast club

We aim that every child is ready to learn when they enter our classrooms. Breakfast club ensures all children have a positive start to the morning by having a healthy meal and engaging in purposeful activities that develop social skills.

All children from foundation stage to year 6 are welcome to join the school for breakfast and activities in the morning. The club opens at 8.00am and closes at 8.45am. Breakfast club is free for all children.

Jumping Beans Morning Session Afternoon Session
Monday 8.45am-11.45am 12.30pm – 3.30pm
Tuesday 8.45am-11.45am 12.30pm – 3.30pm
Wednesday 8.45am-11.45am 12.30pm – 3.30pm
Thursday 8.45am-11.45am 12.30pm – 3.30pm
Friday 8.45am-11.45am 12.30pm – 3.30pm
Year Group Morning Session Afternoon Session
Reception 8.40am – 11.30am 12.15pm – 3.30pm
Year 1 8.40am – 11.45pm 12.30pm – 3.30pm
Year 2 8.40am – 12.00pm 12.45pm – 3.30pm
Year 3 8.40am – 12.30pm 1.15pm – 3.30pm
Year 4 8.40am – 12.00pm 12.45pm – 3.30pm
Year 5 8.40am – 12.30pm 1.15pm – 3.30pm
Year 6 8.40am – 12.45pm 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Lunchtimes Time allocations
Little Jumping Beans & Jumping Beans 11.45am to 12.15pm
Foundation Stage 11.30am to 12.15pm
Year 1 11.45pm to 12.30pm
Year 2 12.00pm to 12.45pm
Year 3 12.30pm to 1.15pm
Year 4 12.00pm to 12.45pm
Year 5 12.30pm to 1.15pm
Year 6 12.45pm to 1.30pm

“Pupils are exposed to a wide range of high-quality books.”

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“Leaders are committed to and highly skilled in supporting pupils who struggle to manage their own behaviour.”

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“Pupils know ways to raise their own self-esteem and that of others.”

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“Many parents appreciate the adult learning and volunteering opportunities available to them.”

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“Pupils are well prepared for secondary education.”

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“Leaders have designed the curriculum to develop pupils’ sense of belonging, identity and pride in being from Hull.”

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“Pupil ambassadors check on other pupils’ well-being.”

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“There is a truly inclusive ethos.”

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“The curriculum for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is well designed.”

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“Pupils love the ‘Thorpepark 50’.”

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“Pupils are empathetic and show understanding of other pupils’ needs.”

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“Lots of initiatives are in place to encourage pupils’ love of reading.”

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“Leaders have ensured that the teaching of reading is strong.”

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“Leaders prioritise pupils’ well-being.”

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“Pupils learn the importance of contributing to their community.”

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“Pupils are motivated to learn.”

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“Pupils learn about people and places from their local area in all subjects.”

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“Leaders, including the trust, ensure that pupil, parent and staff well-being is a top priority.”

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“The school’s offer for pupils’ personal development is exceptional.”

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“Parents work in partnership with leaders and staff.”

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“Pupils often benefit from bespoke plans which are matched to their needs.”

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“Pupil mentors support younger pupils and those new to the school.”

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“Pupils enjoy being active citizens and getting paid in credits they can spend in the school shop.”

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“Pupils are motivated to learn. They enjoy lessons and they achieve well.”

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“By the end of key stage 2 pupils have secure knowledge in English and mathematics.”

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“Extra-curricular clubs are carefully chosen to stretch individual pupils’ talents in music, sport and other areas, including sewing.”

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“Pupils understand how to keep their minds and bodies healthy.”

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“Leaders know the pupils, their families and the community very well.”

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“Children in the early years get off to a good start.”

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“Pupils thrive at Thorpepark Academy.”

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