Secondary
Ofsted Good
About Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy
Thornhill Community Academy sits at the heart of our community and is embodied by our motto of ‘A School, A Family, A Community’. We will continue to develop a broad and balanced curriculum which is ambitious for all, accelerates progress and enhances students’ cultural capital so that they can be successful in future life.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Mr M Burton
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.0
Teaching Quality
4.0
Communication
4.5
Student Wellbeing
4.5
Facilities
5.0
School Workforce
Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025
Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
53.5
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)
Exam performance data • 2023-2024
45.5
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
+0.30
Progress 8
Above average
45.8%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
64.4%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both
Additional Information
50.8% entered EBacc
26.0% achieved EBacc
177 pupils in cohort
Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables
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Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy has 3 reviews. Your honest review helps families make better school decisions.
Reviews 3
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Leah H
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 15, 2022
4.0
"Some Areas for Improvement"
I've been pleased with the school's curriculum and the opportunities provided for my child. However, I've noticed that the school app, Parent Pay, could be more user-friendly. Also, I wish there were more regular updates on my child's progress.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
3/5
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Emily B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Feb 10, 2022
5.0
"Wonderful Experience at Thornhill"
I've been impressed with the school's approach to 'A School, A Family, A Community' motto. My child has made friends easily and the facilities, especially the drama club, are excellent. I've also appreciated the regular updates from the teachers and the parent-teacher meetings.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5
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Sarah W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 22, 2021
5.0
"Thornhill Prepared My Child Well"
As a former parent, I can confidently say that Thornhill Community Academy has a positive impact on a child's life. My child was well-prepared for their GCSEs and I liked the emphasis on anti-knife crime awareness through the Junior Detective Programme.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
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