Thornden School
URN: 136715 • Eastleigh SO53 2DW
Overview
- Name
- Thornden School
- URN
- 136715
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- HISP MULTI ACADEMY TRUST LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Caroline Lowing (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02380269722
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Winchester Road, Eastleigh SO53 2DW
Summary
Thornden School is a mixed secondary academy located in Eastleigh, Hampshire, with a current enrolment of 1,451 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,400. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment where students feel valued and encouraged to achieve their best. With a commitment to inclusivity, Thornden aims to create a culture that promotes regular attendance and a sense of belonging among its pupils.
Academically, Thornden School has demonstrated strong performance, with a Progress 8 score of 0.74, placing it in the top 16% of schools nationally. The school offers a broad curriculum, including a full suite of EBacc subjects, and has achieved impressive GCSE results, particularly in English and Maths. The emphasis on academic excellence is complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, drama, and music, allowing students to develop their talents beyond the classroom.
The school is dedicated to supporting every learner, ensuring that each student receives the guidance they need to succeed. Thornden School's ethos revolves around aspiration and achievement, making it a valued part of the local community. For more information, visit their website at [Thornden School](http://www.thornden.hants.sch.uk/).
Academically, Thornden School has demonstrated strong performance, with a Progress 8 score of 0.74, placing it in the top 16% of schools nationally. The school offers a broad curriculum, including a full suite of EBacc subjects, and has achieved impressive GCSE results, particularly in English and Maths. The emphasis on academic excellence is complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, drama, and music, allowing students to develop their talents beyond the classroom.
The school is dedicated to supporting every learner, ensuring that each student receives the guidance they need to succeed. Thornden School's ethos revolves around aspiration and achievement, making it a valued part of the local community. For more information, visit their website at [Thornden School](http://www.thornden.hants.sch.uk/).
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Nearby alternatives
- Thornden School (70.2)
- Wyvern College (64.7)
- The Toynbee School (64.1)
- Crestwood Community School (61.6)
- Quilley School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hampshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- HISP MULTI ACADEMY TRUST LTD
- Capacity
- 1400
- Pupils
- 1451
- Boys
- 754
- Girls
- 697
- FSM %
- 6.10
- Open date
- 2011-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hampshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1451 | 754 | 697 | 1400 | 6.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1456 | 766 | 690 | 1400 | 5.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1488 | 758 | 730 | 1400 | 3.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1488 | 758 | 730 | 1400 | 3.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1475 | 744 | 731 | 1400 | 3.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1473 | 767 | 706 | 1400 | 2.90 |
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