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Thornhill Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 578 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
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Thornhill Academy is a popular and highly successful school, situated close to the centre of Sunderland, which offers education for young people between the ages of 11 - 16 years. Strong links with our partner primary schools mean that pupils are familiar with many of our teachers and have visited our site to enjoy lessons here numerous times before formally joining us. Each student at Thornhill Academy belongs to one of the three houses, which contributes to the school's strong and encouraging pastoral care. A team of tutors, a Head of House, and a Deputy Head of House oversee each house. As our students advance through secondary school, these pastoral teams take care of and monitor their welfare. Ability sets are used to organize instruction. This means that pupils can progress at rates appropriate to them and their peers and teachers can organise work which helps pupils understand, develop skills and learn more readily. Due to our area of expertise, practically every student who completes our program leaves with a formal business-related GCSE certificate. Employers highly value such credentials, and whether students choose an academic or vocational path, they value their understanding of enterprise.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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| Ofset report | - | - | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.3 | 8.2 | 15 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.88 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 37.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 27% | 33.35% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 48.17% | 45.2% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 29% | 31.96% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 15.57% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 21.3% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.13 | 3.1 | 2.96 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 89% | 90.26% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 109 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 83.95% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 80% | 51.11% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 4% | 20.84% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.11% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.11% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.16% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.53 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 26% 1 | 28.38% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 43.1% | 43.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 33% | 27.9% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 8 | 10.57% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% 4 | 16.62% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.28 | 2.76 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 92.21% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 133 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 81.64% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 46.5% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 21.29% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.71% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.64% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 5% | 2.77% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.37 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 43.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 27% | 27.47% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 43.68% | 42.55% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 33% | 32.58% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 10.37% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 17.37% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.67 | 2.87 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 95% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 132 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 84.5% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 50.29% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 19.64% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.29% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 7.21% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.36% | 2.07% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 30.53% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 49.53% | 43.01% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 31.53% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 16.73% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 19.2% | 16.18% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 85.83% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 58.17% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 45.75% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 23.08% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.33% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 8.17% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.75% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 21st Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 19th Feb 2024 - 23rd Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2024 - 4th Sep 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 20th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 18th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 24th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 21st Jul 2024 |
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