Thornton College
URN: 110549 • Milton Keynes MK17 0HJ
Overview
- Name
- Thornton College
- URN
- 110549
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Shaw (since 2025) , Head of Thornton College
- Telephone
- 01280812610
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Convent of Jesus and Mary, Milton Keynes MK17 0HJ
Summary
Thornton College is an independent day and boarding school for girls aged 3 to 19, located in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. The school prides itself on providing a nurturing educational environment that combines rigorous academic standards with a focus on personal development. With a current enrolment of 358 pupils and a capacity of 580, Thornton College maintains small class sizes, averaging 11 to 14 students per form, ensuring individual attention and tailored support for each student.
The curriculum at Thornton is designed to challenge and engage students of all abilities, with notable academic achievements including high grades in GCSEs and A Levels. The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including over 80 clubs, as well as opportunities in music, drama, and sports. Additionally, Thornton College supports its students' aspirations through a dedicated careers programme and strong university placement success.
Set in 25 acres of parkland, Thornton College fosters a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming both local and international boarders. The school’s location provides easy access to cultural and social activities, enriching the educational experience for all students.
The curriculum at Thornton is designed to challenge and engage students of all abilities, with notable academic achievements including high grades in GCSEs and A Levels. The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including over 80 clubs, as well as opportunities in music, drama, and sports. Additionally, Thornton College supports its students' aspirations through a dedicated careers programme and strong university placement success.
Set in 25 acres of parkland, Thornton College fosters a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming both local and international boarders. The school’s location provides easy access to cultural and social activities, enriching the educational experience for all students.
Useful links
- TRUSTEES AND GOVERNORS (governance)
- Senior (sen)
- Senior Academic Curriculum (sen)
- GCSE Subjects (sen)
- CALENDAR (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Upcoming Events (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Prospectus (download)
Nearby alternatives
- White Spire School (67.1)
- Slated Row School (64.8)
- Milton Keynes Primary Pupil Referral Unit (61.2)
- The Open University (58.7)
- Cambian Bletchley Park School (56.6)
Key details
- LA
- Buckinghamshire
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 580
- Pupils
- 358
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 358
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1948-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Buckinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 358 | 0 | 358 | 580 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 393 | 0 | 393 | 580 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 396 | 1 | 395 | 580 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 396 | 1 | 395 | 580 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 399 | 3 | 396 | 580 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 413 | 5 | 408 | 580 | 0.00 |
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