Thornhill School Business & Enterprise College

URN: 108860 • Sunderland SR2 7NA

Overview

Name
Thornhill School Business & Enterprise College
URN
108860
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
33.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Hallworth (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Thornholme Road, Sunderland SR2 7NA

Summary

Thornhill School Business & Enterprise College, located in Sunderland, is a community secondary school catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 611 pupils and a capacity of 1,050, the school has a diverse and inclusive environment, with 26.7% of students eligible for free school meals. Thornhill is part of the Consilium Academies Multi-Academy Trust, which emphasizes collaboration with local primary schools to ensure a smooth transition for new students.

The school is committed to providing a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic excellence and personal development. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for further education or fulfilling careers, fostering strong values, resilience, and high aspirations. Thornhill also offers a variety of extracurricular activities that promote leadership skills and community engagement.

Principal Liam Clark highlights the importance of a supportive school community where every student is known and valued. The school encourages strong partnerships with families, recognizing that collaboration between home and school is vital for student success. Thornhill Academy aims to create an environment where all students can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1050
Pupils
611
Boys
305
Girls
305
FSM %
26.70
Open date
Close date
2017-08-31
Last Ofsted
2015-12-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 611 305 305 1050 26.70
2024-09-11 611 305 305 1050 26.70
2023-09-11 611 305 305 1050 26.70
2022-09-11 611 305 305 1050 26.70
2021-09-11 611 305 305 1050 26.70
2020-09-11 611 305 305 1050 26.70

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