Thorns Community College

URN: 103853 • Brierley Hill DY5 2NU

Overview

Name
Thorns Community College
URN
103853
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
The Stourbridge Educational Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
39.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Manny Kelay (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
Website
Address
Stockwell Avenue, Brierley Hill DY5 2NU

Summary

Thorns Community College, located in Brierley Hill, Dudley, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a current enrolment of 991 students, against a capacity of 1,395. The school is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Under the leadership of Principal Ms. Nikki Jones, the college emphasizes the importance of respect, ambition, and individual success, fostering a supportive community spirit among staff and students.

The curriculum at Thorns is designed to inspire and engage students, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal development. The school is part of the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust, which upholds high expectations and aims for outstanding educational outcomes. Thorns Community College also participates in Operation Encompass, providing vital support for students affected by domestic violence.

The school actively engages with the community through various events, including open days for prospective Year 7 students. Thorns Community College celebrates student achievements, such as those of Year 11 students on results day, highlighting the importance of each milestone in their educational journey.

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Key details

LA
Dudley
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
The Stourbridge Educational Trust
Capacity
1395
Pupils
991
Boys
495
Girls
495
FSM %
15.20
Open date
Close date
2017-08-31
Last Ofsted
2016-05-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 991 495 495 1395 15.20
2024-09-11 991 495 495 1395 15.20
2023-09-11 991 495 495 1395 15.20
2022-09-11 991 495 495 1395 15.20
2021-09-11 991 495 495 1395 15.20
2020-09-11 991 495 495 1395 15.20

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