Thornaby Academy

URN: 148186 • Stockton-on-Tees TS17 9DB

Overview

Name
Thornaby Academy
URN
148186
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
31.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kendra Brownless (since 2025)
Telephone
01642763244
Website
Visit
Address
Baysdale Road, Stockton-on-Tees TS17 9DB

Summary

Thornaby Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Stockton-on-Tees, serving 478 students with a capacity of 790. As part of the Northern Education Trust, the academy is dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive community where every student is valued and supported. The school prioritises high standards and aims to ensure that all students achieve their full potential in a safe and caring environment.

The curriculum at Thornaby Academy is designed to be outcomes-focused and child-centred, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence and personal development. The school provides various enrichment opportunities to enhance students' learning experiences and prepare them for life beyond education. Additionally, Thornaby Academy is committed to supporting students from diverse backgrounds, with 65.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals.

Parents can engage with the school through regular communications, including updates on events and opportunities for involvement, such as parents' evenings. The academy's ethos revolves around fostering a supportive community that encourages students to thrive both academically and personally. For more information, visit their website at https://tca.northerneducationtrust.org/.

Key details

LA
Stockton-on-Tees
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
790
Pupils
478
Boys
242
Girls
236
FSM %
65.70
Open date
2020-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 478 242 236 790 65.70
2024-09-11 492 242 250 790 63.30
2023-09-11 397 206 191 790 55.40
2022-09-11 397 206 191 790 55.40
2021-09-11 375 201 174 790 53.30
2020-09-11 790

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