The D of E have sent this fabulous certificate to Thornton in appreciation of our students' dedication, effort and achievement in their volunteering activities within the community. ![]()
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The girls have volunteered in a wide variety of organisations and activities; some have given their time and support to Brownies, Cubs and Scouts, whilst others have volunteered at sport clubs for younger students, animal rescue centres and care homes.![]()
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Miss Daley, Thornton's Duke of Edinburgh commented on receiving the certificate, "I am very impressed with all of the girls!"
Years 10 – 13
Spotlight Careers: InvestIn
InvestIN Education opened our Spotlight Careers Series Programme for this academic year with a fantastic presentation showcasing the wide range of career experiences they offer. Thornton is a partner school of InvestIN and students who take part in these courses find them to be helpful in terms of informing them about pathways and gaining hands…
Busting the Oxbridge Myths!
Sian Bex, from Queens College Cambridge, gave our students from Years 10-13 a fantastic insight into life at Oxbridge. We heard about the benefits of the collegiate system and how it functions in terms of teaching as well as pastorally. It was amazing to hear that there are over 100 libraries at the university, so…