Thornhill Park School

URN: 108877 • Sunderland SR3 1SS

Overview

Name
Thornhill Park School
URN
108877
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nadine Horton (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01915653965
Website
Visit
Address
Portland Road, Sunderland SR3 1SS

Summary

Thornhill Park School, located in Sunderland, is an independent special school dedicated to supporting autistic and neurodivergent children. Established in 1980 by a group of parents, the school is part of the North East Autism Society, which aims to provide a high standard of education tailored to the needs of its students. With a current enrolment of 73 pupils and a capacity of 80, the school focuses on delivering personalised support to help each child reach their full potential.

The curriculum at Thornhill Park is designed to be flexible and responsive, catering to the diverse needs of its students. The school fosters an inclusive environment where individual learning styles are recognised and nurtured. In addition to academic support, Thornhill Park offers various resources for families, including workshops and advice to help them navigate challenges related to autism.

As part of a broader community initiative, Thornhill Park School is committed to raising awareness and advocating for the rights of neurodivergent individuals. The school actively engages with local businesses and organisations to promote understanding and improve opportunities for autistic people, ensuring they are valued members of society.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
80
Pupils
73
Boys
57
Girls
16
FSM %
Open date
1981-02-12
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 73 57 16 80
2024-09-11 62 49 13 80
2023-09-11 48 37 11 80 0.00
2022-09-11 48 37 11 80 0.00
2021-09-11 47 36 11 80 0.00
2020-09-11 45 37 8 80 0.00

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