Thornleigh Salesian College
URN: 105264 • Bolton BL1 6PQ
Overview
- Name
- Thornleigh Salesian College
- URN
- 105264
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michael Fitzsimons (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01204301351
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sharples Park, Bolton BL1 6PQ
Summary
Thornleigh Salesian College is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in Bolton, with a current enrolment of 1,576 students and a capacity of 1,650. Rooted in the Roman Catholic Salesian ethos, the school focuses on creating a nurturing environment where students feel a sense of belonging, learn effectively, and develop morally and spiritually. The school emphasizes high aspirations for all students, encouraging them to work hard and become responsible citizens.
The curriculum at Thornleigh is balanced and delivered by dedicated teachers committed to the school's values. In addition to academic success, the school prioritises character development through a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and arts. The school also offers work experience opportunities in Year 10 and the Sixth Form, helping students explore potential career paths.
Community is central to Thornleigh Salesian College, with strong pastoral support provided to students from diverse backgrounds. The school's chapel serves as a spiritual space for reflection and growth, and regular assemblies and prayer sessions foster a sense of unity among students.
The curriculum at Thornleigh is balanced and delivered by dedicated teachers committed to the school's values. In addition to academic success, the school prioritises character development through a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and arts. The school also offers work experience opportunities in Year 10 and the Sixth Form, helping students explore potential career paths.
Community is central to Thornleigh Salesian College, with strong pastoral support provided to students from diverse backgrounds. The school's chapel serves as a spiritual space for reflection and growth, and regular assemblies and prayer sessions foster a sense of unity among students.
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- Term Dates (other)
- Termly Newsletters (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Canon Slade CofE School (81.9)
- St James's Church of England High School (75.1)
- Bolton Muslim Girls School (70.2)
- Rivington and Blackrod High School (68.8)
- Turton School (65.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bolton
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1650
- Pupils
- 1576
- Boys
- 768
- Girls
- 808
- FSM %
- 28.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1576 | 768 | 808 | 1650 | 28.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1570 | 778 | 792 | 1650 | 24.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1624 | 829 | 795 | 1650 | 22.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1624 | 829 | 795 | 1650 | 22.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1601 | 814 | 787 | 1490 | 19.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1538 | 775 | 763 | 1490 | 16.80 |
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