Welcome to Thornton College

Thornton College is a leading independent day and boarding school for girls aged 3 – 18 years. It is one of the most successful non-selective schools in the UK and offers a warm and nurturing educational environment alongside a rigorous and exciting curriculum.

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WHY THORNTON?

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Boarding

There are so many things that make a boarding education at Thornton College so special…

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Academic Life

Everything we do at Thornton College focuses on the happiness and welfare of the children in our care…

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Virtual Tour Experience

Visit Thornton College from the comfort of your own home.  Press explore to start the tour; you can also click on the different areas of the school for further information…

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EXTRA CURRICULAR

There are opportunities for students to have lessons in Music, Speech & Drama and Ballet with peripatetic staff.
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PREP

At Thornton we get the very best out of every girl who joins us – not only in the classroom, but in creative and performing arts and on the sports field.
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SENIOR

At Thornton we get the very best out of every girl who joins us – not only in the classroom, but in creative and performing arts and on the sports field.
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NEWS & MEDIA

DESTINATIONS

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MEET THE HEAD - THURSDAY 14th NOVEMBER 2024 (9.30am - 11.00am)

Dr Louise Shaw

This less formal event is the ideal opportunity for anyone considering a Thornton education for their daughter(s) to come along to the school, meet Dr Shaw, our Headteacher and the Admissions team.

FURTHER INFORMATION AVAILABLE HERE