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# Thornton College

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- [Excellent A Level Results for Sixth Formers!](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/08/13/excellent-a-level-results-for-sixth-formers/) - Thornton College is celebrating another year of excellent post 16 qualification results, with Sixth Form students achieving impressive outcomes across a wide range of academic and vocational qualifications. Their achievements reflect years of commitment, perseverance and determination, supported by the encouragement of families and the expertise of dedicated staff. Students have once again secured places
- [Careers in Healthcare](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/05/07/careers-in-healthcare-2/) - Students from Year 5-13 joined clinicians from Milton Keynes Hospital and Bedford Hospital at our annual Careers in Healthcare Event yesterday. They were able to find out more about the wide-ranging opportunities in the NHS and about the fantastic Bedford Health and Care Academy that many of our students engage with.
- [Two Development Projects Completed](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/09/04/two-development-projects-completed/) - Two major development projects have been completed at Thornton over the summer. Firstly, we have refurbished our school dining room. This is a project which has been planned for some time and has only been made possible with a Capital Investment opportunity from Harrison Catering, (our caterers). We have a brand new state of the
- [Thornton named as Finalist in the Independent Schools Award](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/09/15/thornton-named-as-finalist-in-the-independent-schools-award/) - Thornton have been recognised as a Finalist in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2020! The Independent Schools of the Year Awards is an annual celebration of the successes of schools and their students across the independent education sector in the UK and British schools overseas. Showcasing the excellence of the educational experience available
- [Virtual Careers in Healthcare Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/09/30/virtual-careers-in-healthcare-event/) - A fantastic panel of clinicians joined students for our inaugural virtual careers event. We hosted speakers from dentistry, nursing, medicine, midwifery and physiotherapy. It was fascinating to hear the different pathways followed into the professions and the opportunities in terms of different types of practice, working hours and travel.The commitment to vocation was inspiring and
- [Careers Event: Business and Food Manufacturing](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/10/06/careers-event-business-and-food-manufacturing/) - We are hugely grateful to Alison Georgakis from Grupo Bimbo UK for delivering a fantastic careers talk on Business and Food Manufacturing. Not only did Alison touch on all the different functions within the business, she also passed on some great tips from her role in recruitment. Two recent graduates, Jasper and Ellie, told us
- [Green Club's Crumbles](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/10/06/green-clubs-crumbles/) - Green Club for girls in years 3 and 4 got off to a flying start this term when members collected apples from the Thornton orchard and took them to the kitchen. As a very tasty reward for their endeavours, Mr Wheatley, Thornton's Executive Chef, baked an apple crumble for each girl to take home and
- [Careers Event: Your Future Career](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/10/07/careers-event-your-future-career/) - Caitlin Brennan from InvestIn delivered a presentation to our Year 10 and 11s on 'Your Future Career'.Caitlin introduced the idea of Career Clusters, focusing on groups of careers that are linked and acquiring skills that will be transferable across the cluster.A wealth of extra curricular activities are available at Thornton, and Caitlin spoke about the
- [Thornton - National Award WINNER!](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/10/08/thornton-national-award-winner/) - Thornton has won The Independent Schools of the Year Award! Mrs Holmes, Thornton's Headteacher is clearly delighted: "To be The Independent School of the Year for our Careers Programme from all the hundreds of schools that entered the Awards is an amazing recognition for our school and especially for our Careers Team, who go above
- [Careers Event: St Columba's College](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/10/14/careers-event-st-columbas-college/) - Thornton regularly join with the boys at St Columba?s College, St Albans for careers activities, and this week our Sixth Form students have enjoyed two events.A group of Year 13s joined a virtual UCAS Interview workshop with the boys, where they were given mock interviews in Law, Medicine and Veterinary Science by a selection of
- [Girl Power: VW STEM Workshop](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/11/10/girl-power-vw-stem-workshop/) - We are hugely grateful to Volkswagen, who delivered a brilliant live workshop via Zoom to Year 7 and 8 students on 10th October.Each group was given a task brief to design an electric vehicle for a target customer. The students had to meet specific criteria when creating their vehicles, for working professionals, self employed electricians,
- [Alumni Careers Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/11/18/alumni-careers-event/) - We consider ourselves so lucky to have amazing old girls, who gave up their time to deliver a series of talks about their pathways at our event this week via Zoom.It was fascinating to hear how their careers have taken twists and turns and how, for many of them, the apprenticeship route has been a
- [Dynamic Debating](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/11/25/dynamic-debating/) - Hot on the heels of an animated Year 10 Debate last week with St Columba?s College, a team of Year 11s delivered strong arguments for and against the motion: 'This House believes that school exams should be abolished'.After compelling arguments from both teams, the UK?s examining bodies will be interested to know that the motion
- [A Career in Data Science... Not So Boring After all](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2020/12/02/a-career-in-data-science-not-so-boring-after-all/) - We are enormously proud and excited to have a partnership with Cranfield University, who are the higher education provider leading the development of the new model university in Milton Keynes, MK:U.A group of our Year 10 students met three Faculty leaders from the University for a virtual consultation workshop recently, to brainstorm plans for a
- [Busting the Oxbridge Myths!](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/01/27/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 there
- [STEM Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/01/27/stem-event/) - We were hugely fortunate to welcome so many fantastic speakers to our annual STEM event.Using the Zoom platform, students from Years 9, 10 and 11 were treated to an array of talks from companies such as Hollis, Aston Martin, KPMG, Storm Geomatics and Unilever. There were a diverse range of job sectors represented and it
- [Careers in the Theatre](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/02/03/careers-in-the-theatre/) - We were thrilled to welcome Billy Taylor and Naomi Day to our Careers in Theatre event. Billy runs several theatre groups and is currently studying at Rose Bruford College and Naomi is a costume designer.It was inspirational to hear their passion for their respective pathways and to see how important it is to have that
- [Royal Engineers Showcase Careers Opportunities](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/02/24/royal-engineers-showcase-careers-opportunities/) - The Royal Engineers gave students an insight into the many and varied trade roles within their team. Effectively the civil construction authority for the UK Armed Forces, jobs include Design Draughtsperson and Geospatial Technician.For students with a love of sport, the army will support them in following their passion at the same time as undertaking
- [National Careers Week](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/03/05/national-careers-week/) - The first of our final two events of National Careers Week was a Q and A with a panel of Film and TV professionals, including Gareth Ellis Unwin, the Oscar winning producer of The King?s Speech. Our Year 11 Drama students submitted questions in advance and we were given a brilliant insight into the industry
- [Spotlight Series](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/03/05/spotlight-series/) - Colin and Connie the Caterpillars made a welcome appearance at our Spotlight Series careers talk on Wednesday 3rd March!Naomi Matthews, Commercial and NPD Director at Park Cakes Ltd showcased the mouthwatering range of cakes that her company provide for Marks and Spencer. Naomi told us about the different departments that work together to produce her
- [Thornton Nominated for Diabetes Award](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/03/09/thornton-nominated-for-diabetes-award/) - Thornton College has been nominated for the Diabetes UK Good Diabetes Care in School Award. The award celebrates and showcases schools that deliver good care and support to children and teenagers with type 1 diabetes.As part of the nomination, Diabetes UK is inviting parents and carers of pupils with type 1 diabetes to complete a
- [Life at The Bar](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/03/10/life-at-the-bar/) - Students from our Senior School were treated to an excellent talk from Jane Osborne QC on her role as a Barrister.As a criminal barrister, with chambers in Temple, London, Jane divided her talk into five sections which included information on the different types of Barristers, how to qualify and skills needed.Jane ended her talk by
- [Student's EPQ Ball Gown Creation](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/03/11/students-epq-ball-gown-creation/) - The Year 12 Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) students presented their work recently, with Fern B focusing on how transparent the economic processes of the fashion industry are. Fern decided to create an artefact to support the idea that there is a misconception of the cost of high end garments. She created a stunning ball gown,
- [Virtual Meet The Head Coffee Morning - 26th March](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/03/15/virtual-meet-the-head-coffee-morning-26th-march/) - This event is a good opportunity for parents who are considering a Thornton education for their daughter to meet our Head Teacher, Mrs Val Holmes, who will welcome you to the school and give a brief introduction to the history and ethos of Thornton. Virtual Meet The Head coffee mornings are generally a small, informal
- [MK:U - STEM Consultation Group](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/03/16/mku-stem-consultation-group/) - A group of Thornton Year 10 students met with staff from Cranfield University for our second MK:U Consultation initiative.The session was divided into several parts, the first being a presentation on the design plans for the refurbishment of Bouverie House, which will be the location for the MK:U Pilot Test. Students were shown architect?s drawings
- [Careers: Spotlight Series](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/03/18/careers-spotlight-series/) - Katie Bench, who has recently joined Travers Smith LLP in the City, delivered our Spotlight Series careers talk this week.Having had an excellent presentation from Jane Osborne QC last Tuesday, it was useful to hear Katie making a clear distinction between the role of Solicitor and Barrister and describing her life as a trainee.Many of
- [Ultimate Easter Egg Choice](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/03/19/ultimate-easter-egg-choice/) - Sunday 14th March was 'Pi Day' (as in the US it would be 3.14!), and so The International Day of Mathematics (IDM) is a worldwide event that takes place annually on 14 March. The day aims to celebrate and highlight the importance of maths in the world, especially the role it plays in breakthroughs in
- [Thornton Win Again!](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/05/04/thornton-win-again/) - Thornton has won two categories in the Independent Schools Association (ISA) Remote Learning Celebration 2021, for providing excellence in remote learning since the beginning of the pandemic, March 2020. ISA launched a nationwide Celebration of Remote Online Learning 2021, in response to the Coronavirus Pandemic and lockdown learning. Each of the 559 member Independent Schools
- [Rockin' Robotics](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/05/26/rockin-robotics/) - Dr Gilbert Tang and Laboratory Manager James Fowler from Cranfield University gave our students a fantastic insight into the world of Robotics.Students from Years 5-9 had a virtual tour around the laboratories at Cranfield and were introduced to both industrial and humanoid robots.It was a great opportunity to see the workings of a research area
- [Open Morning - Saturday 8th October 2022](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/07/29/open-morning-saturday-8th-october-2022/) - We welcome prospective parents into our school on Saturday 8th October 2022 (commencing 10:00 am) where you will be offered refreshments, have the opportunity to hear from Dr Louise Shaw, Thornton's Head Teacher, who will present the history and ethos of our wonderful school, and our Head / Deputy Head Girl who will share with
- [Students achieve outstanding A Level results](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/08/10/students-achieve-outstanding-a-level-results/) - Thornton College students have achieved outstanding results in their A Level and Vocational Qualifications, with 100% securing a place at their first-choice university. 54 % of all grades A*/A or equivalent 79 % of all grades were A* - B or equivalent 91% of all grades were A* - C or equivalent 68% of students
- [Another Year of Excellent GCSE Results at Thornton](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/08/12/another-year-of-excellent-gcse-results-at-thornton/) - Thornton College students have achieved excellent results in their GCSEs with the following key headline statistics: 97% of all results were grades 9 ? 4 (Pass) 86% of all results were grades 9 ? 5 (legacy A** - C) 72% of all results were grades 9 ? 6 (legacy A** ? B) 54% of all
- [Nia's Creative Egg Clock Invention](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/09/08/nias-creative-egg-clock-invention/) - Year 10 student Nia R has made this incredible fully-functional clock with an egg as the pendulum. To recognise her vital contribution to the project, opening the door at the back of the clock shows a photograph of the chicken who laid the egg!
- [Spotlight Careers: Dr Tim McSweeney](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/09/16/spotlight-careers-dr-tim-mcsweeney/) - Dr Tim McSweeney from the University Of Hertfordshire delivered an excellent Spotlight Careers Talk to students from Years 9-13, with information about a range of careers and opportunities linked to Psychology. Tim has previously worked for the Home Office and is an expert in Forensic Psychology. It was fascinating to hear about what the role
- [Prep Eco-Committee](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/09/16/prep-eco-committee/) - The Prep Eco-Committee have met to discuss their activities for this term. The girls were all very enthusiastic and had lots of brilliant ideas. They also got to see our ECO SCHOOLS GREEN FLAG awarded to Thornton in July by Eco-Schools. There were lots of ideas about where we can fly the flag so look
- [Boarders Welcome Weekend](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/09/22/boarders-welcome-weekend/) - As part of their Welcome Weekend, boarding students enjoyed a range of activities, including high ropes and pedalos at Willen Lake, trampolining, mini golf, a visit to the cinema and mug painting.
- [Degree Apprenticeship Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/09/29/degree-apprenticeship-event/) - Thornton were delighted to be joined by parents and students from local schools at our recent Degree Apprenticeship Information Evening. Professor Lynette Ryals OBE gave a fantastic overview of MK:U, the brand new university on our doorstep, that has just launched four programmes. The academic teaching will be delivered by the prestigious Cranfield University and
- [European Day of Languages](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/09/27/international-language-day/) - Girls in the Prep school enjoyed a range of language-based activities on European Day of Languages on 27th September, including learning flamenco dancing with Miss Law, Italian phrases and flag-making, the Greek alphabet, learning how to sign for the deaf and more.
- [Emma's Story Published](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/09/30/emmas-story-published/) - Year 9 student Emma T has had a dramatic short story called "Last Five Seconds Alive" published in "Unsolved: Awesome Stories," featuring short stories written by young writers on the theme of murder and criminal cases. Well done Emma!
- [Alumni Careers Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/10/13/alumni-careers-event-2/) - We are so lucky at Thornton to have such amazing old girls! This week saw four Alumnae deliver inspiring talks about their career pathways and varied job roles. Heather Barnes shone a light on life as a Bio Chemist at Johnson and Johnson and, how since joining them as a graduate, she has already worked
- [Debate Series with St Columba's College](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/10/14/debate-series-with-st-columbas-college/) - The last two weeks have seen teams of Thornton students from Years 10, 11 and 12 taking part in debates with St Columba’s. The motion on each occasion was: 'The Government should limit gaming for under 18s'. Students from both schools worked together to research and present arguments within a tight time frame. This Debates
- [More Equestrian Team Success](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/11/02/more-equestrian-team-success/) - Thornton Equestrian Team had a very successful half-term, qualifying for two NSEA national finals in first place. On Friday 29th October, Charlotte H, Clemmie O and Sasha K took part in a NSEA dressage qualifier at Bury Farm, near Leighton Buzzard. They won the team competition in the Prelimery class beating seven other teams. Charlotte
- [Thornton Appoints New Head for September 2022](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/11/11/thornton-appoints-new-head-for-september-2022/) - Dr Louise Shaw, the current Deputy Headteacher and Head of Prep at Thornton College has been appointed for the role of Headteacher starting in September 2022 following the retirement of Mrs Val Holmes, current Headteacher until August 2022. Sr Helen Haigh, Chair of Governors said: “We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr Shaw
- [Students Attend 'Women in Engineering' Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/11/17/students-attend-women-in-engineering-event/) - Twelve Year 9 students recently took part in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) event for 'Women in Engineering' hosted by Niftylift at its World Headquarters in Shenley Wood, Milton Keynes. The all-female event was organised in recognition of the national Women in Engineering Day, which took place on Tuesday 23rd of June, to break-down traditional
- [Students Visit Aerospace Robotics Dept](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/11/18/students-visit-cranfields-aerospace-robotics-department/) - Three students, Lara J (Year 10), Cheryl Chau (Year 12) and Alex K (Year 8), accompanied by Mrs Nolan, Thornton's Head of Computer Science, visited Cranfield University’s Aerospace Robotics Post Graduate department recently. This faculty do amazing work with Rolls Royce and BAE amongst other large engineering firms. Their work at Cranfield is also focused
- [Spotlight Careers: Emma Try](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2021/11/03/spotlight-careers-emma-try/) - Many of our students are interested in careers relating to Art and Design, so we were delighted to welcome Emma Try from Northstar to deliver our Spotlight Careers Talk this week. Emma shared information about her role as a Graphic Designer and the huge variety of work involved in a busy agency. Being an ‘ideas
- [STEM Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/01/26/stem-event-2/) - Almost six years ago to the day, Thornton hosted its inaugural STEM Event. Companies who took part included Sir Robert McAlpine, and one of our students, Antionette Marchant, was inspired to follow a career in Civil Engineering as a result of attending the evening. Antionette is now studying Civil Engineering and Architecture at Bath University,
- [Spotlight Series: Ellie Gill](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/02/11/spotlight-series-ellie-gill/) - Today’s talk was so much more than just sharing information about a job role. Whilst Ellie Gill, a Veterinary Nurse, gave us a fantastic insight into the highs and lows of life in busy veterinary practice, she also spoke about her own pathway. Ellie was a bright student, with strong A level grades about to
- [Spotlight Series: Elen Roberts](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/02/18/spotlight-series-elen-roberts/) - Elen Roberts, a Construction Lawyer from the London Office of Pinsent Masons, has featured on several podcasts and websites, including Creative Multilingualism and Adventures on the Bookshelf, and we were delighted that she presented the recent Spotlight Careers talk. Elen studied French and German at Oxford and spoke at length about the benefits of being
- [Girls set new Swimathon Record](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/03/07/girls-set-new-swimathon-record/) - Thornton College students participate in the MK Rotary Swimathon each year and on 26th February 2022 five teams, a total of 24 students from across the school in Years 6 – 13 took part in the 28th Swimathon. All of the girls have collected sponsorship and are now busy collecting donations for MK Rotary chosen
- [Careers Event: Camilla Tominey](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/03/11/careers-event-camilla-tominey/) - It was a privilege to welcome Camilla Tominey, Associate Editor of the Telegraph, to Thornton to talk to students about her career. This has included print journalism, at The Sunday Express and The Daily Telegraph, broadcast journalism on Politics Live, Question Time, This Morning and LBC Radio. Camilla studied Law at university and began her
- [Jackson - Inspiring Civil Engineers](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/03/18/jackson-inspiring-civil-engineers/) - A group of Year 10 and 11 students were invited by the Jackson team to visit Linmere Construction Site, as a follow up activity from our STEM Event in January. This was a fantastic opportunity to see first hand what the role of a Civil Engineer involves. The site will be used for housing and
- [Spotlight Careers: Sarah Arratoon](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/03/21/spotlight-careers-sarah-arratoon/) - The latest Careers Spotlight talk was delivered by Sarah Arratoon, Marketing Director of Hachette Publishers. Sarah showcased the many different roles available in the sector, including editorial, literary agent, rights, publicity and design. She also busted myths around starting out in Publishing, such as careers only being open to those who have studied English at
- [Spotlight Careers - Nick Jones](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/03/30/spotlight-careers-nick-jones/) - York University offer a fantastic degree in Film and Television Production, and we were delighted that Nick Jones, a Lecturer and Admissions Tutor for the Programme, joined us to tell us more about what the course entails, career pathways afterwards and what skills and experience Admissions Tutors are looking for. This BSc course offers a
- [Stations of the Cross](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/04/27/stations-of-the-cross/) - On Tuesday 5th April, for the first time in three years, the Prep School gathered together to walk the Stations of the Cross. Students and teachers processed around the school grounds, stopping at each station to watch a short drama and sing a hymn. Every class played their part superbly and all the girls sang
- [Fun and Friendship Club](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/04/27/fun-and-friendship-club/) - Girls in the Fun and Friendship Club always have a good, creative time with Mrs Callaghan. In the run up to Easter the girls were busy making mini baskets (ideal for holding small Easter eggs) from wool, card and other materials.
- [Armed Services Visit Thornton](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/05/03/armed-services-visit-thornton/) - Students from both Prep and Senior School enjoyed talking to members of the Armed Services’ Core Engagement Teams from the Royal Medical Service (AMS) and the Intelligence Corps at lunchtime on Tuesday 3rd May. Five officers were on hand to answer questions about the wide ranging opportunities available and entry at officer and apprenticeship levels.
- [Spotlight Careers: Clare Lewis - BA Pilot](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/05/05/clare-lewis-pilot/) - As we are now able to plan and enjoy holidays again, it was perfect to be transported away to exotic holiday destinations by British Airways Pilot, Clare Lewis. Clare gave us a brilliant insight into her working week, which this week includes trips to Lagos, Bahrain and Phoenix. We had a whistle stop tour round
- [Careers Trip](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/05/05/careers-trip/) - "Clarendon House Care Home hosted our Health and Social Care Students on 4th May and gave them a guided tour round their amazing new facilities. Only recently opened, Clarendon House offers Residential, Dementia and Nursing Care. We were all hugely impressed with the facilities and welcoming, caring and enthusiastic staff. Discussion afterwards focused on topics
- [NHS Careers Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/05/10/nhs-careers-event/) - Three teams from Milton Keynes University Hospital visited Thornton on Tuesday 10th March and delivered a fabulous event showcasing their respective departments. Patient Experience, Pharmacy and Simulation all complemented each other perfectly. It was interesting to hear about new initiatives to ensure the optimum patient experience, as well as technological developments in Pharmacy, such as
- [Spotlight Careers: Sam Naylor](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/05/11/spotlight-careers-sam-naylor/) - As part of our Spotlight Careers series we were delighted to get insight into the world of advertising from Sam Naylor. Sam’s passion at school was Art and he read Architecture at university. Whilst it gave him some great transferrable skills, it made him realise that he didn’t want a career in Architecture. He now
- [Equestrian Team at NSEA County Championships](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/06/10/equestrian-team-at-nsea-county-championships/) - Six of Thornton’s Equestrian Squad took part in the NSEA County Championships at Hickstead from 28th – 30th May. Imogen Breakell, Sasha Kurz, Clemmie Orledge, Charlotte Hopkins, Freya Cook and Zara Rawdings represented Thornton in these prestigious national championships, which involved schools from across England and Wales. The girls competed in dressage, eventer challenge and show-jumping classes
- [UCAS Extravaganza](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/07/06/ucas-extravaganza/) - Our Year 12 week of UCAS workshops began with a bang! James Gowers from Coventry University delivered a presentation with tips about how to shortlist universities and courses, and what to look out for when visiting on open days. James then shifted his focus onto personal statements and gave the Year 12s fantastic feedback on
- [Thornton Hosts Launch of 'Hands Across The Skies' Charity](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/07/14/thornton-hosts-launch-of-hands-across-the-skies-charity/) - On Thursday 7th July, a charity founded by six-year-old Madison, a student at Thornton, was launched from the 14th Century Drawing and Conference Room at Thornton College. Hands Across the Skies is a Charity set up to provide messages of support and much needed aid to children impacted by the war in Ukraine. The attendees
- [Excellent ESOL Examinations Results](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/08/17/excellent-esol-examinations-results/) - Each year Thornton College admits international students and provides the Cambridge Assessment English for Speakers of Other Languages course. We are extremely proud of our students in Years 7-10 who have achieved a fantastic set of results in the Cambridge Assessment English qualifications this year. Our students took exams in Preliminary English with 57% achieving grades
- [Results to be proud of](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/08/18/results-to-be-proud-of/) - Congratulations to all our students who have received their well-deserved A level and Vocational Qualification results today. Following two challenging and covid restricting years across the country, students, staff, and families were able to gather this morning to celebrate achievements and share their exciting next steps. These results reflect the consistent hard work of our
- [Excellent GCSE Results at Thornton](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/08/25/excellent-gcse-results-at-thornton/) - Thornton College students have achieved excellent results in their GCSEs with the following key headline statistics: 87% of all results were grades 9 – 4 (Pass) (National Average 73%) 79% of all results were grades 9 – 5 (legacy A** - C) 66% of all results were grades 9 – 6 (legacy A** – B)
- [Spotlight Careers: InvestIn](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/09/14/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
- [Spotlight Careers: Heather Barcombe](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/09/28/spotlight-careers-heather-barcombe/) - Old Thorntonian Heather Barcombe shared her journey at our Spotlight Careers slot this week. Heather works for Johnson and Johnson, having studied Biochemistry at Warwick University. She knew she wanted a career in science, making a difference to people’s lives. Heather highlighted the many other degree options that facilitate pathways in science roles, including BioMedical
- [Year 11s - Next Steps](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/10/04/year-11s-next-steps/) - As Year 11s begin their next module in PHSE, with a focus on Next Steps, we were delighted to welcome old girl Saffi Breakwell, a former Deputy Head Girl, to share her experiences. Saffi joined Thornton for Sixth Form, from The Royal Latin School in Buckingham and emphasised that she always felt valued and listened
- [Alumni Careers Networking Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/10/05/alumni-careers-networking-event/) - This week saw the launch of our inaugural Alumni Careers Networking Event. We welcomed back old girls to thank them for going above and beyond in their support of careers events over the last six years. Our Year 12 students joined alumni over drinks, canapés and a sit down dinner. This gave them a fantastic
- [Spotlight Talk: Olivia Vinall](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/10/05/spotlight-talk-olivia-vinall/) - We were delighted to welcome parents to join us for this week's Spotlight Talk, delivered by actor Olivia Vinall. Her work on television includes The Woman in White with Jessie Buckley and Dougray Scott on BBC1, Queens of Mystery with Julie Graham on Channel 5 and Apple Tree Yard with Emily Watson and Ben Chaplin on
- [Clarendon House](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/10/12/clarendon-house/) - Our Year 12 Health and Social Care students spent the afternoon at Clarendon House in Buckingham, enjoying getting to know the residents and learning more about the care and support in place to accommodate different needs. Partnering with the Care Home will enable students to put into practise their classroom learning and build relationships with
- [LawFest](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/10/13/lawfest/) - A group of budding lawyers from Years 11 and 12 attended a fabulous LawFest event at Oakgrove School, alongside students from a wide range of Milton Keynes schools. The event was hosted by the University of Buckingham and leading law firms, including Dentons, Shoosmiths, Machins and Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner. Students were given an insight
- [Geography Trip to Iceland](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/10/28/geography-trip-to-iceland/) - At the beginning of the October half-term, the geography department took 33 girls to Iceland. It was a fantastic trip where the girls experienced volcanic features, climb up glaciers and visit multiple waterfalls. Some of the highlights included the girls climbing up the glacier, tasting the glacial water, and experiencing the blue lagoon. The girls
- [Spotlight Careers: Celia Forbes](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/11/09/spotlight-careers-celia-forbes/) - This week’s Spotlight Careers Talk was led by Celia Forbes, a Junior PR Officer for the Kennel Club. Celia was a high achiever at school and decided to go the Apprenticeship route rather than attend university. After completing her Level 4 Apprenticeship, she started work for the Kennel Club in a role she absolutely loves!
- [Women In Engineering - Niftylift](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/11/17/women-in-engineering-niftylift/) - A group of Year 9 girls enjoyed a fantastic day with Niftylift, taking part in a range of activities across the company to inspire and inform about the wealth of different job roles available in design and engineering. The students created switches using CAD and learnt how AI is used all around us every day.
- [Spotlight Careers: Kierat Ranautta-Sambhi](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2022/11/23/spotlight-careers-kierat-ranautta-sambhi/) - This week we welcomed back an Old Thorntonian, Kierat Ranautta-Sambhi to share her career journey. Kierat currently works for Albany Associates, supporting governments, charities and communities in areas of conflict around the world. Her role focuses on preventing and countering violent extremism in countries that include Somalia, Mozambique, Syria, Iraq and Chad. Students learnt how
- [YEAR 10 DEBATE](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/02/01/year-10-debate/) - Our Year 10s hosted students from Queen’s College London for a lively Debate and lunch this week. Ably chaired by Ava and Celia in Year 11, both schools had prepared arguments both for and against the motion: "This house believes that modern technology (or social media) is bad for people." Students were mixed up, and
- [THORNTON AND VOLKSWAGEN - UP TO SPEED!](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/02/01/thornton-and-vw/) - The playground was even more exciting than usual for Prep School students this week, as we welcomed Volkswagen and three of their products; the new Volkswagen ID Buzz, the Audi Q4 E-Tron and SEAT Arona. The girls had a fantastic time, swarming all over the cars both inside and out! This was a great way for
- [SUPERB STEM EVENT](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/02/02/superb-stem-event/) - We consider ourselves extremely lucky to have the support of so many leading companies who work with us in our delivery of careers. Without these wonderful people, our students would not have the opportunity to be inspired by job sectors they have not previously considered or heard about. This week, 24 companies hosted stands at
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: UNIVERSITY OF THE CREATIVE ARTS](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/02/08/university-creative-arts/) - Phee Jones gave our students a whistle-stop tour around the huge number of fantastic courses on offer at the University for the Creative Arts. A wealth of degree courses are taught across three campuses, Epsom, Farnham and Canterbury, and a film studio in Maidstone. Degrees include: Design for Theatre and Screen, Photo and Digital Journalism,
- [Unilever Workshop](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/02/27/unilever-workshop/) - We are always keen to explore different ways of linking careers with the teaching curriculum, and were thrilled to welcome Heather and Pete, who work for Ben and Jerry’s Icecream at Unilever, to work with our Year 7, 8 and 9s. Students had to work in teams to create an innovative ice cream flavour with
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/03/07/spotlight-careers-degree-apprenticeships/) - As a follow up to the recent fabulous Unilever workshop, we were delighted to welcome Jacob to deliver this week’s Spotlight Talk. Jacob knew he wanted a career in Science, having studied Biology and Chemistry as two of his A levels. Although he also applied to university, he explored the Degree Apprenticeship route and secured
- [Spotlight Careers: Healthcare Science Week](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/03/16/spotlight-careers-healthcare-science-week/) - To celebrate Healthcare Science Week, we were delighted to welcome Georgie Conrich-Wilks to talk to students about her role as a Trainee Clinical Scientist. From Year 9, Georgie was keen to pursue a career in Medicine, and took Biology, Chemistry and Maths for A level. She took a gap year after school to work as
- [Spotlight Careers: Steph Carter](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/04/27/spotlight-careers-steph-carter/) - Steph Carter is a fantastic guitarist who has been on five world tours with his band Gallows and currently works for Marshalls Amplification in Milton Keynes. He took time out to speak to students about his three different careers in the industry and stressed that a career in music is available to everyone. There are
- [Robotics Experience Day - ABB Robotics](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/05/03/robotics-experience-day-abb-robotics/) - As a follow up to our STEM Event last term, ABB Robotics created a fantastic Experience Event for a group of our Year 10 students. Thornton students were joined by pupils from Oakgrove School at the recently built state of the art ABB Factory for a series of talks and interactive activities. ABB Robotics have
- [Careers in Healthcare: Bedford Hospital](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/05/10/careers-in-healthcare-bedford-hospital/) - Bedford Hospital supported a fabulous event for Senior School students in the Conference Room at Thornton. They brought along clinicians from a number of teams including Paediatrics, Radiography, Nursing, Midwifery and Physiotherapy. This enabled students to find out more about the wealth of roles available in the NHS. Bedford Hospital are hugely forward-thinking in their
- [Spotlight Careers: Horticultural Therapist](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/05/10/spotlight-careers-horticultural-therapist/) - Bridewell Gardens is a mental health charity based near Oxford. Director Ruth Madder gave us a fantastic insight into the work they do and what employment in the Voluntary and Community Sector looks like. The charity supports adults recovering from serious mental health challenges who are referred by the NHS. There are 8 employed staff
- [Students Visit the House of Commons](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/06/08/students-visit-the-house-of-commons/) - A group of Year 9 students visited the House of Commons on 7th June to meet with Greg Smith, Thornton's local MP. The girls had a tour of Parliament, a session in the Education Centre on the passage of a Bill and a mock debate, followed by a Q&A session with Mr Smith. What a
- [Equestrian Team Compete at Hickstead](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/06/09/equestrian-team-compete-at-hickstead/) - Well done to Thornton’s Equestrian team who competed at the Hickstead Championships last week. Thornton had an inexperienced team in the dressage competition, which meant that we weren't placed as a team, but Imogen, Lucy and Sasha all acquitted themselves very well, in what was a competitive field. Thanks go to Imogen, who stepped into
- [MRS PATRICIA BRASSINGTON](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/06/16/mrs-patricia-brassington/) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs Patricia Brassington, who taught for many years at Thornton until her retirement in 2004. Trish, as she was known to the staff, and ‘Mrs B’, as many of her pupils addressed her, was appointed to teach English and then went on to lead
- [Meeting Alumnae Ana in Mexico!](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/07/27/meeting-alumnae-ana-in-mexico/) - In early July, Thornton's Development Director, Jennifer Walker travelled to Mexico to meet with educational consultants and Old Thorntonian Alumnae! Below is an account of one alumnae meeting: On the 10th July, I met with Ana and her mother Jacqueline (pictured) at the Old Sevilla Palace Hotel in Mexico City. Although we haven’t ever met
- [A Level Results 2023](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/08/17/a-level-results-2023/) - Congratulations to all our Sixth Form students who received their A Level and Vocational Qualification results this morning! It was lovely to see so many of them and we are happy to share that they are off to Manchester, Leeds, Kent, Loughborough and Winchester Universities to name a few! The courses they are going on
- [Excellent GCSE Results at Thornton in 2023](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/08/24/excellent-gcse-results-at-thornton-in-2023/) - Thornton students have once again achieved fantastic GCSE results with over a third of students achieving grades 9 – 7 (legacy A** - A). In addition to GCSE results, students achieved 100% A* - C in their Higher Project Qualifications with over half achieving A* - A. 76% of all results were grades 9-5 (National average
- [Event to Preserve Second World War Memories](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/09/06/event-to-preserve-second-world-war-memories/) - We are looking for people to bring their stories and objects relating to the Second World War to the Digital Collection Day at Thornton on Saturday 16th September from 10:00 am. The event is part of a nationwide campaign organised by Their Finest Hour, a team based at the University of Oxford and funded by
- [THEIR FINEST HOUR - WING WI](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/09/12/their-finest-hour-wing-wi/) - Last week Dr Shaw and Mrs Walker met with Maureen and Christine from the Wing Branch of the Women’s Institute who shared fabulous committee meeting minutes and accounts from the period of the Second World War. We learnt about the Wing WI efforts to collect cigarettes and soap for soldiers in France and Holland, the
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: SAFIA MALIK - INVESTIN EDUCATION](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/09/11/spotlight-careers-safia-malik-investin-education/) - Safia Malik, from InvestIN Education, showcased an amazing array of insight days, summer experiences and online programmes to our students from Years 9-13. InvestIn offer something for everyone across a range of careers, including Film Making; Journalism; Artist; Entrepreneur; Medicine; Engineering; Veterinary Science. They give students the opportunity to find out more, gain hands on
- [Old Thorntonian from Mexico visits after 50 Years](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/09/20/old-thorntonian-from-mexico-visits-after-50-years/) - Old Thorntonian Cecilia and her daughter Maria were warmly welcomed to Thornton on 20th September. Cecilia is from Mexico and joined Thornton as a boarder for one year over 50 years ago! Maria is about to start her Masters course at the University of Arts in London. Cecilia loved visiting and seeing how much the
- [CAREERS TALK: WORKING WITH YOUNG CHILDREN](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/09/20/careers-talk-working-with-young-children/) - Kate Morgan showcased the new degree course that Norland are offering, “Early Childhood Education” alongside the prestigious Norland Diploma. Norland, founded in 1892, is world-famous for providing the very best early years training and education, recognised as the first educational establishment to offer any kind of childcare training. Students interested in a career working with
- [SPOTLIGHT SEMINARS](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/09/22/spotlight-seminars/) - This week saw the launch of our first Spotlight Seminar. Spotlight Seminars are a new initiative for our Year 12s and if, following their one-to-one Careers Interviews, several have expressed an interest in a particular pathway, we will endeavour to set up a virtual meeting with an industry professional. This allows the students to interact
- [Alumni Networking Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/10/04/alumni-networking-event/) - The annual Alumni Networking Event was held on 3rd October. We were delighted to welcome back such a diverse group of old girls to meet our Year 12 students over drinks and dinner. Guests included civil servants, physiotherapists, aeronautical engineers, lawyers and cheesemongers. Several alumni have leading roles in industry and were able to share
- [Spotlight Careers: Bedford Health and Care Academy](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/10/04/spotlight-careers-bedford-health/) - The Bedford Health and Care Academy is a four month virtual programme for students aged 14-18. It provides interactive activities and information about wide ranging roles within the NHS. Those who sign up complete four learning journals as part of the eight hour course, which are reviewed by the team at Bedford Hospital. On completion,
- [LawFest 2023](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/09/26/lawfest-2023/) - Budding lawyers from Year 11 and 12 took part in a fantastic LawFest Event, hosted by Buckingham University. Leading firms such as Travers Smith, Dantons, Machins, Shoosmiths and SE Solicitors hosted talks and were available to talk to students individually to answer questions about opportunities for school leavers and graduates. In addition, the Head of
- [Spotlight Seminar: Healthcare](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/10/10/spotlight-seminar-healthcare/) - Year 12 Health and Social Care students all attended a fantastic seminar with guest speakers from both Milton Keynes University Hospital and Bedford Hospital. This not only reinforced aspects of the curriculum but also allowed students to find out more about roles within the NHS. Team leaders from Patient Experience, Volunteers and Apprenticeships showcased different
- [Year 11: Next Steps](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/10/10/year-11-next-steps/) - As part of their PHSE module, Next Steps, Year 11 have welcomed a number of speakers. This includes current Year 12 students, sharing their experience of vocational qualifications and why they chose them and old girls who have just graduated from university. We were recently joined by Lee, the Apprenticeship Manager from Milton Keynes University
- [Positive Peers](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/10/10/positive-peers/) - As part of a wellbeing survey for girls in Year 7, Ms Stinson, Head of Year 7, asked students to identify peers who had been particularly kind and helped others to settle into the year group. Five names were mentioned repeatedly and those girls were awarded a 'Positive Peer' certificate in Chapel Assembly last week.
- [World Mental Health Day](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/10/11/world-mental-health-day/) - To celebrate World Mental Health Day, all students from Year 1 through to Year 6 were invited to take part in a ‘Five Ways to Wellbeing Treasure Hunt’ organised by our Year 12 students. Prep students visited five stations ‘staffed’ by Year 12s who engaged with them about healthy eating, the benefits of being outdoors,
- [JOHN LEWIS: CAREERS TRIP](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/10/10/john-lewis-careers-trip/) - Our Year 11 Business students had a fantastic experience at the John Lewis Distribution Centre at Magna Park. There are 820 partners working at the centre and it was interesting hearing more about the excellent employee benefits that John Lewis offers. Their commercial commitment is Happier People, Happier Business, Happier World, and we all saw
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: ANIMAL SCIENCES](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/10/18/spotlight-careers-animal-sciences/) - We have many students interested in careers working with animals, so it was fantastic to welcome Dr Jayne Powles, Programme Manager of Animal Science at Harper Adams University. Their three excellent degree courses lead to a wealth of different pathways, including Clinical Animal Behaviourists, roles in Veterinary Pharmaceutical Companies, Animal Health Officer within local authorities,
- [WOMEN WHO LEAD: SALUTING OUR SISTERS](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/10/23/women-who-lead-saluting-our-sisters/) - Thornton College is a wonderfully diverse school and has a student led Equalities Committee working on raising awareness, embedding best practise, and sustaining equality across all age groups. For Black History Month 2023, the Equalities Committee have concentrated their efforts on the theme #Saluting Our Sisters. They launched an internal poetry competition open to all
- [Youngest Students Learn More About Fire Engines](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/11/07/youngest-students-learn-more-about-fire-engines/) - Our youngest students in EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) had some very exciting visitors on 6th November to help launch their new topic, 'Sparkle and Shine'! Fire officers from Buckingham Fire Station talked to the girls about the various features of their fire engine. The fire officers talked about and demonstrated several items of equipment
- [Spotlight Careers: Physiotherapy](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/11/08/spotlight-careers-physiotherapy/) - Thornton welcomed students from St Paul’s to our latest careers talk on Wednesday 8th November, which was delivered by Jess Green from the Luton and Dunstable Hospital. She shared information about the seven different disciplines of Physiotherapy in hospitals, including Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Paediatrics, Cardiovascular and Orthopaedic. Jess explained how she had set her heart on
- [Spotlight Seminar: AstraZeneca](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/11/14/careers-seminar-astrazeneca/) - AstraZeneca offer some fabulous Degree Apprenticeships, and we are so grateful to Scott Staple for hosting a seminar with four of our Year 12 students interested in this pathway. Scott completed his HR Degree Apprenticeship last year. When he applied, there were four different streams of apprenticeship available at the company, now there are fifteen,
- [Women in Engineering: Niftylift](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/11/16/women-in-engineering-niftylift-2/) - Year 9 students took part in a fabulous Women In Engineering Day, hosted by Niftylift. The company provided a wide ranging carousel of activities, including experimenting with tools from the shadow board, what to consider when designing MEWPs (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms) and various challenges set by the Purchasing Team. We learnt that Niftylift sell
- [AIIMI - Employer Partnership](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/11/21/aiimi-employer-partnership/) - Students from Years 10, 11 and 12 signed up to visit Aiimi, a data and AI company providing expert data strategy consulting and AI solutions to multinational organisations, at their state of the art office. The company moved from London Bridge three years ago, choosing Milton Keynes for its location and talent pool, and have created an
- [Spotlight Careers: Parliamentary Assistant](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/12/01/spotlight-careers-parliamentary-assistant/) - It was great to welcome Ian Kelly, Senior Parliamentary Assistant, to deliver this week’s Spotlight Talk. Ian outlined his role, working for local MP Greg Smith and the variety of work and issues he is involved with. He particularly emphasised what an exciting and vibrant place Westminster is to be part of and the thrill of
- [National Winning Streak for Students](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2023/12/15/national-winning-streak-for-students/) - Students at Thornton College have recently won a number of significant national and regional competitions across a range of subject areas and age groups - from winning the Music for Youth Nationals and singing at the Royal Albert Hall to winning the National Bebras Computational Challenge, Thornton students are definitely on a winning streak! Most
- [Story Read Live from Canada Over Zoom](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/01/22/story-read-live-from-canada-over-zoom/) - Girls in our Pre-Prep had an amazing experience on Monday 15th January when they were read a story, live, from Canada over Zoom. Sam Bird, the daughter of Thornton's Deputy EYFS Manager Mrs Bird, read the girls a story ‘Good Night Ski Mountain’ from her Snowcat machine while sitting near the top of the snow-covered
- [MK Lightning visit Pre-Prep](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/01/22/mk-lightning-visit-pre-prep/) - On Thursday 18th January girls in Pre-Reception had a visit from members of the MK Lightning ice hockey team who brought along equipment and a child’s kit for the girls to try on. The children asked several questions, finding out all they wanted to know about ice hockey and MK Lightning. Many thanks to Mrs
- [Spotlight Careers: Apple](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/01/31/spotlight-careers-apple/) - Euan Kerr delivered a fantastic, slick talk, in keeping with the high spec products that Apple creates! Students learnt how Apple delivers on its core values, and in terms of inclusion and diversity is the first company worldwide to have a board made up of 50/50 men and women. Their commitment to sustainability is just
- [MK Dons Football Club Open Gym at Thornton College](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/02/02/milton-keynes-dons-football-club-open-gym-at-thornton-college/) - MK Dons Football Club players Rhianne Rush and Stephen Wearne joined Mrs Mandy Legg, Mayoress of Milton Keynes, Chair of Trustees, Sr Helen Haigh, Head Teacher, Dr Shaw, sports scholars, leadership students, staff and Friends of Thornton, the school’s parents’ association, to officially open a brand-new gym at Thornton College. Student Voice is important at
- [Girls In Science Event](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/02/05/girls-in-science-event/) - Girls in Science is a non-profit organisation who we have worked with over the last year to create a dynamic event that took place this week. This was hosted by Santander at their brand new headquarters at Unity Place. Ten other local schools joined the conference, which focussed on ‘Outside the Box’. Lakechia Jeanne introduced
- [Open Morning - March 2nd](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/02/13/open-morning-march-2nd-2024/) - Our next Open Morning is taking place on Saturday 2nd March (10:00 am - 12:00 pm). This is the perfect opportunity for anyone considering Thornton for their daughter(s). Tours of the school will be available, with our students acting as tour guides. Visitors can ask the girls how they really feel about their school. Thornton's
- [ROYAL NAVY WORKSHOPS](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/02/28/royal-navy-workshops/) - Over the last four weeks, the Royal Navy have led two excellent workshops for our Year 7 and Year 8 students. Activities have included a STEM challenge of constructing a tower and dodgeball/netball/cricket challenges where students had to collaborate to achieve points. All the activities were built around developing skills such as leadership, communication and
- [SPOTLIGHT SEMINAR: ACTUARIAL SCIENCE](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/03/01/spotlight-seminar-actuarial-science/) - Our Year 12 students joined George Scott from Aon for a seminar on Wednesday evening to find out more about the role of an Actuary. In addition to sharing his own school, university and career journey, George explained what a Pensions Actuary does, in terms of modelling pensions schemes for companies, investing assets and managing
- [NATIONAL CAREERS WEEK](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/03/07/national-careers-week-2024/) - To mark National Careers Week, every class from Reception to Year 13 enjoyed a talk from a different speaker. The Year 13s were fortune enough to hear Nat from Aiimi share advice on Employability Skills and Interview Techniques. Aiimi are a fantastic company that we partner with who have created a gold standard work place
- [STUDENT DEBATES](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/03/11/student-debates/) - On Tuesday 5th March Thornton hosted the second of our student debates with St Paul’s school. Thornton students proposed the motion that ‘social media does more harm than good’, whilst students from St Paul’s offered points in opposition. Arguments ranged from discussion of the impact on mental health, self esteem and social interaction to the
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: NEUROSCIENCE](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/03/22/spotlight-careers-neuroscience/) - SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: NEUROSCIENCE We were so lucky to be joined by the amazing Dr Eleanor Conole for this week’s talk. Eleanor reminded us that timelines are not as linear as they look and underlined the importance of embracing new opportunities that might be offered to you. Eleanor considered Medicine, achieved high academic grades, but decided
- [Iceland Trip 2024](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/04/18/iceland-trip-2024/) - A photo gallery from the trip to Iceland. What a fascinating landscape with sunny (but cold) days. A fantastic trip for the girls.
- [Thornton receives British Council's prestigious International School Award](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/04/19/thornton-receives-british-councils-prestigious-international-school-award/) - Thornton has been awarded Foundation level of the British Council’s prestigious International School Award in recognition of its work to bring the world into the classroom. The International School Award celebrates the achievements of schools that do exceptional work in international education. Fostering an international dimension in the curriculum is at the heart of the
- [Student Testimonial: Alana](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/04/23/student-testimonial-alana-c/) - My name is Alana. I’m currently studying in Sixth Form. I’m going to share with you my journey so far at Thornton. I distinctly remember my first day at Thornton ten years ago. I was just seven years old feeling half nervous half excited, but mostly optimistic. Soon after I was welcomed into the school,
- [Year 12 Careers Networking Breakfast](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/04/24/year-12-careers-networking-breakfast/) - On Wednesday 24th April, our Year 12 students welcomed delegates from a number of different job sectors at a networking breakfast. This was a fantastic opportunity for our students to chat informally, developing their all-important soft skills and find out more about roles and career pathways. We were delighted to be joined by representatives from
- [Spotlight Careers: Charlotte Tilbury](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/05/02/spotlight-careers-charlotte-tilbury/) - It was great to welcome Biba Hyde-Rowe, Senior Finance Manager for Charlotte Tilbury, to share her career journey and explain more about her job role. Biba is an old girl and left school to study Events Management at university. After realising this was not the right path for her she got a job in admin
- [Careers Event: Healthcare Professionals](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/05/08/careers-event-healthcare-professionals/) - Thornton's fantastic careers event on Tuesday 7th May gave students from Years 6-13 the opportunity to talk to healthcare professionals and clinicians about their job roles and pathways. Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists and Radiographers from Bedford Hospital answered questions and provided further information about work in the NHS. Many of our students take part
- [Spotlight Careers: Change Manager](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/05/08/spotlight-careers-change-manager/) - We regularly work with Aiimi, a fantastic company based in Milton Keynes, who have arranged site visits, workshops and skills sessions. Today we were joined by Anja Smoljan, a Strategy Consultant whose work includes change management. Anja began by sharing her personal career journey, the challenges she has overcome and how ultimately they have made
- [Youngest Students enjoy Japanese Week](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/05/10/youngest-students-enjoy-japanese-week/) - As part of their creative curriculum, girls in our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) enjoyed 'Japanese week' led by Mrs McPartlan, who was born and brought up in Japan. Activities included making 'Koinobori' koi and Kabuto origami hats. Mrs McPartlan demonstrated how to make sushi (complete with a video demonstration of her dog, Leo, enthusiastically
- [Spotlight Careers: Year 10](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/06/05/spotlight-careers-year-10/) - Thornton hosted the first of a number of bespoke events for Year 10 students on June 6th. These have been planned to support students as they start to think about subject options for Sixth Form. All girls in Year 10 have had one-to-one interviews with Mrs Scott, and their programme over the next few weeks
- [Careers of the Future](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/06/14/careers-of-the-future/) - Alison Urban from Immerse Education delivered a great workshop for Year 10 students with a focus on preparing for careers that don’t exist yet. Students looked at the changing job market and how creativity and innovation shape career pathways. Jobs looked at in detail were Chief Listening Officer, Cloud Architect, Tele Medicine Physician and Director
- [Early Years Places - Up to 30 Hours of Childcare Entitlement per Week](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/07/26/early-years-places-up-to-30-hours-of-childcare-entitlement-per-week/) - Give your daughter the best start to her education at Thornton College, located only 15 minutes from Milton Keynes city centre on the Bucks/Northants border. We offer an Early Years education full of wonder and excitement for girls aged 3-4 years old. Set in a stunning 25 acres estate there is so much to see
- [Success for Thornton Sixth Form Students](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/08/15/success-for-thornton-sixth-form-students/) - Following two years of hard work and determination, students and staff at Thornton College were delighted to share the A level and Post 16 Qualification results this morning. Several members of our international community joined in our celebrations as they opened their results across the world, and we would like to take this opportunity to
- [Fantastic GCSE Results at Thornton College](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/08/22/fantastic-gcse-results-at-thornton-college/) - Thornton students have once again achieved superb GCSE results with almost a quarter of all grades being at the very highest level of 9-8 (A**-A*) and nearly 40% of grades at 9–7 (legacy A**-A). In addition to GCSE results students achieved 100% A*-C in their Higher Project Qualifications with a stunning 75% achieving A*-A. Staff,
- [THORNTON TO HOST MK SCHOOLS LIT FEST](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/09/13/thornton-to-host-mk-schools-lit-fest/) - Thornton is hosting the inaugural MK Schools Lit Fest on Tuesday 8th October. It promises to be a fantastic occasion, with four prominent children's authors attending – Lizzie Waterworth, Adam Connors, Imogen Robertson and Bex Hogan. We are also looking forward to welcoming Swallowfield, Thornborough Infant School, St Monicas, St Gregorys, Oakgrove and Fulbrook schools
- [Thornton College Students attend Law Fest at the University of Buckingham](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/09/18/thornton-college-students-attend-law-fest-at-the-university-of-buckingham/) - Students from Years 11 and 12 attended the excellent annual Law Fest at Buckingham University. Participating law organisations included Travers Smith, Dentons, Shoosmiths, Machins, BP Collins and MK City Council. Alongside listening to introductory speakers from each company, students took part in break out sessions where they learnt more about pathways into the profession, including
- [YEAR 12 NETWORKING EVENT](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/09/25/year-12-networking-event/) - On Tuesday our Year 12s enjoyed a fantastic drinks, canapes and dinner with Alumni and friends of our wonderful school. It was their first opportunity of the year to start to build the networking skills that are so important for university and the workplace. Students chatted to guests from Marketing, Publishing, Business, Healthcare, Dentistry, Accountancy,
- [YEAR 11 BUSINESS TRIP - JOHN LEWIS](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/10/03/year-11-business-trip-john-lewis/) - Our Year 11 Business students were lucky enough to visit the very impressive John Lewis Distribution Centre at Magna Park. Not only was this an informative trip relating to careers, but the tour fitted in perfectly with topics currently being studied for GCSE, including the benefits and impacts of automation and employee working schedules and
- [Students enjoy authors' workshops at MK Schools Lit Fest](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/10/08/students-enjoy-authors-workshops-at-mk-schools-lit-fest/) - Thornton College hosted the first evet MK Schools Lit Fest on 8th October 2024. Hundreds of students from various infant, primary and secondary schools visited Thornton to meet amazing authors, Adam Connors, Bex Hogan, Imogen Robertson and Lizzie Waterworth. Schools visiting included Thornborough Infant, Swallowfield Primary, St Gregory’s Catholic School, St Monica’s Catholic School, St
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: HEALTHCARE](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/10/09/spotlight-careers-healthcare/) - The focus of our Spotlight talk today was the Bedfordshire Health and Care Academy, which is highly valued by employers and universities. It gives students the opportunity to gain an overview of the NHS and learn about the different roles available. This year, the Academy has joined with the East of England, which means there
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: MK CITY COUNCIL](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/10/09/spotlight-careers-mk-city-council/) - At the beginning of term we were delighted to welcome Sarah Collins, Principal Property Lawyer with Milton Keynes City Council, to deliver our first Spotlight Talk of the academic year. Sarah’s journey into Law was not traditional. A close friend’s experience with homelessness when she was young, inspired Sarah into studying for a university degree
- [Spotlight Careers: Mike Cook - Ernst & Young](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/11/12/spotlight-careers-mike-cook-ernst-young/) - Earlier in the week when many minds were focussed on Presidential changes in the US, we were delighted to welcome Mike Cook from Ernst & Young, as part of our Spotlight Careers programme. Mike’s career has been shaped by his experience working for the British Government. He has spent time working for the Ministry of
- [Nifty Lift - Women in Engineering](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/11/13/nifty-lift-women-in-engineering/) - Every year Nifty Lift host a fantastic event which our Year 9s attend, and this year was no exception. There were a number of workshops, activities and tours hosted by apprentices, graduates and Year in Industry students from Bath, Warwick, Loughborough and Newcastle Universities. It was interesting to hear that Nifty Lift have a hydraulics
- [NHS Careers - Patient Experience](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/11/11/nhs-careers-patient-experience/) - Our Sixth Form Health and Social Care students welcomed Julie Goodman, Head of Patient and Family Experience at Milton Keynes Hospital, to talk to them about her department and different roles within the NHS. Julie has created several new initiatives to improve patient experience, a recent one being the introduction of a resource of clothes
- [CAREERS/POLITICS TRIP - MK MAGISTRATES COURT](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/11/26/careers-politics-trip-mk-magistrates-court/) - A group of aspiring lawyers from Year 12 and Year 10 Politics students, visited Milton Keynes Magistrates Court, where criminal cases go through their first hearing. The students spent time in an empty court learning about the workings and procedures of the court including the role of the Presiding Magistrate and two wingers, defence solicitors,
- [Spotlight Careers: Art and Design](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/12/05/spotlight-careers-art-and-design/) - David Arratoon, Design Director at Collier Webb, delivered a fantastic talk this week. David began by giving an insight into the luxury lighting and furniture that Collier Webb produces, which includes standard products and bespoke products, an example of which is the chandeliers for Claridge's Hotel. He gave a comprehensive overview of his role and
- [Careers In Film and TV: Sky Studios](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/12/11/careers-in-film-and-tv-sky-studios/) - A group of Year 10 and 11 students took part in a superb workshop at the Sky Film and Television Studios. The Sky Up workshop included the opportunity to use cutting edge digital technology to create content, take on real life media roles, engage in a careers activity to learn more about the different production
- [Student Debates v St Paul's](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2024/12/18/student-debates-v-st-pauls/) - During the last week of term, nine Thornton students from Years 10 to 13 took part in two debates with students from St Paul's Catholic School in Milton Keynes. Thornton students also chaired the debates and kept time. The motions for the debates were: 'This house believes the UK needs to do more to protect
- [Rights Respecting School](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/01/22/rights-respecting-school/) - We are thrilled to announce that Thornton been awarded the Bronze: Rights Committed status by UNICEF UK. The Rights Respecting Schools Award recognizes schools across the UK that are dedicated to implementing the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child throughout their environment. This award is based on nationally agreed standards and involves
- [EY STEM App](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/01/27/ey-stem-app/) - A new initiative at Thornton is the use of the EY STEM app. Developed by Ernst & Young, the app empowers students to pursue interests and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, inspiring them with gamified content and the opportunity to earn rewards. Students are striving to earn points which can be converted
- [ISA Esports Competition](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/01/29/isa-esports-competition/) - Congratulations to our Esports gaming team on their victory over Newcastle High School yesterday with an impressive 3-0 scoreline in the Independent School Association (ISA) Esports Competition. Hannah and Kayla were players of the match - chosen automatically by the game, based on their performance against the opposition. It was the girls' second fixture having
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/01/31/spotlight-careers-international-development/) - We were lucky to be joined by Old Thorntonian Emma Evans, who has recently started her first job in the Charity Sector. Emma’s dream when she was in Year 11 at Thornton was to have a fulfilling career in international development which would genuinely impact people’s lives for the better. She spoke about the role
- [STEM EVENT - THORNTON COLLEGE - FEBRUARY 4th 2025](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/02/05/stem-event-thornton-college-february-4th-2025/) - STEM EVENT Since 2016, we have hosted STEM events to inspire and engage students in a wonderful array of jobs. Some fantastic gold standard companies work in partnership with us and their support is invaluable. This year companies who joined the event included Network Rail, Grant Thornton, BP, Sir Robert McAlpine, Nifty Lift, KPMG, Savills,
- [Thornton UFOs Victorious Again](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/02/06/thornton-ufos-victorious-again/) - Following their 3-0 victory over Newcastle High School last week, our amazing Esports team, The UFOs, have done it again! Yesterday evening Thornton's UFOs defeated Bolton Girls' School by the same scoreline in the Independent School Association (ISA) Esports Competition. The girls are really working well as a team and thinking about how best to
- [Spotlight Careers: National Apprenticeship Week](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/02/14/spotlight-careers-national-apprenticeship-week/) - Airida Zitkeviciute from Freeths Solicitors gave students a great insight into the law apprenticeship route to mark National Apprenticeship Week. Freeths, an award winning law firm, offer a number of Solicitor Apprenticeships every year at their thirteen UK offices. They specialise in every area of law except for criminal and, as part of the apprenticeship,
- [Spotlight Careers: Acting/Musical Theatre](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/02/27/spotlight-careers-acting-musical-theatre/) - We were thrilled to be joined by Jasmine Sakyiama for this week’s Spotlight Talk. Jasmine is a Thornton Old Girl and is currently appearing in Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of “Oliver” in the West End. Jasmine’s first big break was in “School of Rock” in London, when she was in Year 6 at Thornton. She
- [Years 5 and 6 Workshop with BP](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/03/04/years-5-and-6-workshop-with-bp/) - Our Year 5 and 6 pupils had the exciting opportunity to take part in a dynamic workshop hosted by BP, in conjunction with Girls in Data, focusing on the world of data and wind energy. The workshop was designed to inspire young girls and encourage them to explore the potential of working with data, an
- [Careers In Film and TV 2](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/04/24/careers-in-film-and-tv-2/) - A group of Year 10 and 11 students took part in a superb workshop at the Sky Film and Television Studios. The Sky Up workshop included the opportunity to use cutting edge digital technology to create content, take on real life media roles, engage in a careers activity to learn more about the different production
- [Careers In Film and TV: Sky](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/04/24/careers-in-film-and-tv-sky-2/) - A group of Year 10 and 11 students took part in a superb workshop at the Sky Film and Television Studios. The Sky Up workshop included the opportunity to use cutting edge digital technology to create content, take on real life media roles, engage in a careers activity to learn more about the different production
- [Careers In Film and TV: 1](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/04/24/careers-in-film-and-tv-1/) - A group of Year 10 and 11 students took part in a superb workshop at the Sky Film and Television Studios. The Sky Up workshop included the opportunity to use cutting edge digital technology to create content, take on real life media roles, engage in a careers activity to learn more about the different production
- [Old Thorntonians Reunion - 17th May](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/05/03/old-thorntonians-reunion-17th-may/) - PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED FOR THIS EVENT Old Thorntonians (including former staff) are warmly invited to our Afternoon Tea reunion event on Saturday 17th May from 12:30 pm. Timetable for the event: 12:30 pm Welcome from Dr Louise Shaw (Headteacher) and Jane Holliday (Chair, Old Thorntonians) with canapes and fizz 1:00 pm
- [National Careers Week: Senior School Spotlight Talks](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/03/05/national-careers-week-senior-school-spotlight-talks/) - Our Senior School classes were treated to an array of brilliant speakers to mark National Careers Week. Sectors included International Development, Aviation, Politics, Publishing, Navy, Construction, Space Science, Charity Sector, Data and Business. Nat Gibbings from Aiimi spoke to the Year 13s about employability skills and gave some great advice to students as they begin
- [Spotlight Careers: Police](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/03/14/spotlight-careers-police/) - Inspector Andy Fiddler from Thames Valley Police delivered a fantastic talk on opportunities and roles within the Force. Thames Valley is the largest non metropolitan police force in the country, and is currently building a state of the art Forensics Building at Bicester. Andy showcased different entry routes that Thames Valley offer, including the Detective
- [Next Steps: Year 13 Student](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/03/18/next-steps-year-13-student/) - We are thrilled that Nia, one of our Year 13 students, has been offered a place on the prestigious Design Engineering Masters Degree course at the Dyson School of Design Engineering at Imperial College, London. Nia had an exceptional personal statement, packed full of super curricular evidence to support her application. This included extensive reading,
- [Year 12 EPQ Presentations](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/03/19/year-12-epq-presentations/) - Year 12 Extended Project Qualification students held their marketplace on Wednesday 19th March, discussing all aspect of the projects that they have been working on this academic year. There are some fascinating projects including how Roman gladiators were influenced by Greek methodology, whether the UK legal system is equipped for growing mental health needs, and
- [Ripple Africa Visit](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/04/01/ripple-africa-visit/) - Year 9 students had the privilege of welcoming Pam Haigh, General Manager of Buckingham based charity, Ripple Africa, to Thornton College to share fascinating insights into the impactful projects Ripple Africa is spearheading in Malawi. The highlight of Pam's talk was the Fish Conservation Project in Lake Malawi, which captivated our students. The girls learned
- [NACE Challenge Award](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/04/08/nace-challenge-award/) - In March 2025 The National Association for Able Children in Education (NACE) named Thornton the 497th school to be accredited with the NACE Challenge Award. The award is given in recognition of school-wide commitment to high-quality provision for more able learners, within the context of challenge for all. The full report is available to read
- [Eleanor Wins Lit Fest Competition](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/04/14/eleanor-wins-lit-fest-competition/) - Congratulations to Year 11 student Eleanor M on winning a category in the MK Lit Fest 'MinK2025 Creative Writing Competition'. Eleanor's poem, "A House in Need of a Home" won the 14-19 age poetry category and has been published in the MK Lit Fest anthology alongside the other short-listed writers. Well done Eleanor!
- [Thornton Featured in new J&M school's book](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/04/17/thornton-featured-in-new-jm-schools-book/) - Thornton College is proud of our ongoing collaboration with a J&M school in Lebanon. We are delighted to have been featured in a book produced by JM Rabweh school in Cornet Chehwan, Lebanon, celebrating the Jesus and Mary Community. This partnership highlights our commitment to building bridges and the shared values of Jesus and Mary,
- [UFO'S SPOTTED AT THORNTON](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/04/23/ufos-spotted-at-thornton/) - Mr Lovell, Thornton's Head of Computer Science, is featured in an article about the UFO's, our esports team, in the latest edition of Independent Schools Magazine. The UFO's partnered with nine other schools to participate in a national Girls' School Association esports tournament, with Mr Lovell explaining how esports is helping to bridge the Science,
- [Careers In Healthcare](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/04/30/careers-in-healthcare/) - This week we welcomed a team from Bedford Hospital who delivered workshops and a careers information event to students from across the Prep and Senior School. In the morning Years 5 and 6 were treated to an interactive workshop with clinicians including Physiotherapists, Mental Health and Wellbeing Officers and Nurses. They looked at medical equipment
- [Spotlight Careers: British Army](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/05/07/spotlight-careers-british-army/) - Lana Hughes has had an inspiring journey to her role as Captain in the Army. There is one skill she recommends above all others and that is determination. She did not complete her A levels at school and left to work in supermarkets, gyms and insurance, with no idea what she wanted to do. Having
- [Vegucation Experience Day](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/05/21/vegucation-experience-day/) - Thornton's catering partner Harrisons held a “Vegucation Experience” Day on Tuesday 20th May aimed at Prep School ages. Harrisons' fruit and vegetables supplier ran an interactive session on the Quad where children were encouraged to learn about different types of fruits and vegetables, try lots of samples and ask questions. Students also had the opportunity to
- [Senior School Concert - Spring 2025 Gallery](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/05/14/senior-school-concert-spring-2025-gallery/) - A photo gallery from our fantastic Senior School Concert. Please click on an image below to scroll through the gallery.
- [Careers: Network Rail](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/05/27/careers-network-rail/) - The Year 12s hosted two speakers from Network Rail to share their different journeys into the company. Theo is currently on the prestigious Degree Apprenticeship Scheme and Mo is undertaking his Year in Industry from the University of Nottingham. Both programmes offer the opportunity to experience many different departments and job roles and we heard
- [School of Pop Production](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/06/11/school-of-pop-production/) - Students in Years 5 and 6 performed School of Pop in the Assembly Hall on 6th June. A high-energy musical comedy telling the tale of former 90s boy-band-member-turned-teacher Barry Garlow, with his enthusiastic and unorthodox methods of teaching proving to be a big hit with his students and creating a swoon-fest amongst most of their
- [Informal Soloist Concert](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/06/13/informal-soloist-concert/) - An informal concert for parents was held in the Assembly Hall on 12th June featuring solo musical performances from several of our younger students, most of whom were relatively new to their respective instruments, with just a couple of older girls showing how they've progressed. Here's a photo gallery of our pianists, violinists and saxophonists
- [Spotlight Seminar: Buckingham University](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/06/25/spotlight-seminar-buckingham-university/) - A number of Year 12s are interested in applying to study Law at Buckingham University and we were delighted to provide a bespoke seminar with two lecturers from the Faculty. This gave our students the unique opportunity to find out more about the course, solicitor and barrister pathways and the LLM International and Commercial Law
- [Senior School Soloist Concert](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/06/23/senior-school-soloist-concert/) - Senior School music students' performances were so impressive at their soloist concert on 19th June. Here's a gallery capturing the occasion. Click on an individual image to enlarge it.
- [Prep School Science Exhibition](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/06/23/prep-school-science-exhibition/) - An exhibition of Prep School students' work on animals and their habitats displayed in the Drawing Room. What fantastic displays!
- [Thornton Fete Gallery](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/06/30/thornton-fete-gallery/) - Our traditional Thornton Fete and Fun Dog Show was as popular as ever. The gallery, a combination of photographs taken by Mr Davies and Yr 13 photography student Jasleen K, captures some of the activities on the day. Click on an image to enlarge it.
- [Summer Ball Gallery](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/07/01/summer-ball-gallery/) - Photo gallery from the Summer Ball at the Atrium, Whittlebury Hall on Friday 27th July. Click an image to enlarge it.
- [Thornton Wow Disneyland Paris](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/07/02/thornton-wow-disneyland-paris/) - Thornton has once again received fantastic audience reviews following performances by our choir at Disneyland Paris. ‘Where is this school from? They are amazing.’ ‘It made the hair stand up on the back of my arms when they sang.’ ‘Magnifique! Magnifique!’
- [Spain Trip Gallery - June 2025](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/07/02/spain-trip-gallery-june-2025/) - Photo gallery from the trip to Cala Llevado, Spain. The girls (from years 7 to 10) look like they're having a fabulous time! Click/tap an image to enlarge it.
- [Years 5 and 6 PGL Trip 2025 Gallery](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/07/02/years-5-and-6-pgl-trip-2025-gallery/) - Photo and video gallery from the Year 5 and Year 6 residential trip to Caythorpe Court in Lincolnshire. Click/tap on an image to enlarge it.
- [OPEN MORNING](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/07/21/open-morning/) - Our next Open Morning takes place on Saturday 27th September (10:00am-12:00pm). Dr Louise Shaw, Thornton's Headteacher, Clemmie O (Head Girl) and Deborah D (Deputy Head Girl) will give talks about what makes Thornton so special. Tours of the school will also be available with our students as guides, giving you the opportunity to ask them
- [Shortlisted for Major Award](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/07/21/shortlisted-for-major-award/) - We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for the 2025 Independent Girl’s School of the Year award. This recognition is a testament to the fantastic work of staff and students at Thornton and is a fitting celebration for the end of what has been a brilliant academic year.
- [Exceptional Achievements for Sixth Formers](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/08/14/exceptional-achievements-for-sixth-formers/) - Thornton College is delighted to announce another year of exceptional achievement for its Sixth Form students. Following two years of dedication, resilience and ambition, students have received outstanding results across A Levels, BTEC and CTEC qualifications, alongside impressive results for those completing their Extended Project Qualifications. This year students have secured places at a wide
- [OUTSTANDING GCSE RESULTS](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/08/21/outstanding-gcse-results/) - Following the outstanding Post-16 results last week, we are delighted to announce another year of exceptional GCSE results. A superb 49.3% of all grades were awarded at 7-9 (A-A**), with 37% of these awarded at the very highest 8-9 (A*-A**). An unprecedented 16% of students achieved grades at 8-9 in all their GCSE qualifications. These
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: MUSIC LOGISTICS MANAGER](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/09/10/spotlight-careers-music-logistics-manager/) - We were thrilled that our opening talk of this academic year was given by Alex Bazalgette, Music Logistics Manager at the National Theatre. Alex has been in post for under a year and has already worked on some amazing productions including Inter Alia, London Road, and Here We Are. His role includes designing orchestra pits,
- [MK SCHOOLS LIT FEST RETURNS](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/09/15/mk-schools-lit-fest-returns/) - MK Schools Lit Fest Returns – A Celebration of Stories and Imagination at Thornton College Get ready for a day of literary magic as Thornton College proudly hosts the MK Schools Lit Fest on Tuesday, 7th October 2025. This exciting event promises to be a celebration of storytelling, creativity, and inspiration for students and book lovers alike. The festival will
- [LawFest](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/09/17/lawfest-2/) - A group of Year 11 and 12 students attended a fantastic LawFest hosted by Buckingham University. Prestigious law firms such as Dentons, Pictons, EMW, Osborne Morris and Morgan, Travers Smith and Machins were in attendance. Speakers were from different specialist areas including Property Litigation, Corporate, Family and Commercial. Milton Keynes Council also took part and emphasised
- [YEAR 12 ALUMNI NETWORKING EVENT](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/09/24/year-12-alumni-networking-event/) - We were delighted to welcome a fantastic group of old girls to our annual networking evening. Last week at Law Fest we heard from employers that they consider networking to be hugely important in securing jobs, and this event allows our Year 12s to develop this skill as they find out more about different sectors
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: HIGHER EDUCATION](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/10/01/spotlight-careers-higher-education/) - We are fortunate to have built fantastic links with Oxford Brookes University, and as part of their PHSE programme, the Year 11s had a bespoke talk on Higher Education. Stuents learnt that there are 50,000 subjects that you can study at university, which include niche degrees such as Baking Technology, Circus and Physical Theatre and
- [YEAR 11 CAREERS TRIP: NETWORK RAIL](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/03/25/year-11-careers-trip-network-rail/) - Our Year 11 Business students spent a fabulous morning at the amazing Network Rail corporate office at The Quadrant in Milton Keynes. Hosted by cohorts of degree apprentices and graduates, we were treated to a tour of the building, which is brilliantly designed with work spaces such as pods and event rooms and includes a
- [PWC Careers Workshop](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/03/25/pwc-careers-workshop/) - PwC were ranked second in The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2025 survey and are proud of their record of consistently being voted as a top employer by university students. Our Year 12s took part in an event to mark the beginning of National Careers Week which highlighted the fantastic different pathways that PwC offer
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS - EMMA COURTNEY](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/03/25/spotlight-careers-emma-courtney/) - Emma Courtney delivered a fantastic talk on different roles within the Creative Arts Sector. Having always wanted to be a Vet, Emma failed her Physics GSCE whilst achieving the highest English GSCE mark in the country! She studied English and Philosophy at university, took a graduate position in Marketing before securing a job with Weber
- [Spotlight Careers: BLMK Health and Care Academy](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/10/08/spotlight-careers-blmk-health-and-care-academy/) - On this occasion, we were joined by a team from Bedford Hospital to showcase their fantastic virtual Health and Care Programme. This is an excellent way for students aged 14-18 who are interested in a career in Healthcare to explore the many different roles in the NHS. The programme includes role-play, simulation, demonstrations, behind the
- [MK Schools Lit Fest](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/10/09/mk-schools-lit-fest/) - We are so proud of this groundbreaking initiative! BBC Look East joined us this year to celebrate our commitment to supporting and engaging with local schools. Students from age 4-18 took part in author workshops and the event inspired imaginative thinking, literacy skills and creativity. Creativity is the key that unlocks the door to so
- [John Lewis: Business Careers Trip](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/10/16/john-lewis-business-careers-trip/) - A group of Year 10 Business students had a tour round Magna Park 1 in Milton Keynes. John Lewis’ impressive huge distribution centre is semi automated and services both the retail store and online customers, providing houseware, fashion and electronic goods. Students learnt about the different systems and processes on the state of the art
- [Spotlight Careers: INVESTIN](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/11/12/spotlight-careers-investin-2/) - Willow Herold from InvestIn spoke to all students from Years 9-13 about the fantastic programmes the organisation offers, and emphasised the importance of standing out from the crowd when applying for university and apprenticeships. Research has indicated that people will now do 12 different jobs during their life time across a range of different industries,
- [Careers Event: Harper's Law](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/11/18/careers-event-harpers-law/) - PC Andrew Harper died when he suffered catastrophic injuries after a road traffic incident in 2019. There were fifteen key police witnesses and one of the first officers on the scene was Inspector Andy Fiddler, who was a friend of Andrew Harper. Andy and PC Harper’s widow Lissie (they had only been married for four
- [Marine Biology & Photography Careers Talk](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/11/19/marine-biology-photography-careers-talk/) - We run a wide range of extra curricular clubs at Thornton, and a recent and extremely popular addition is the Marine Biology Club. This week, members of the club and also senior school Photography students were treated to a talk from Doug Allan OBE, a highly regarded wildlife documentary photographer and cameraman. Doug originally trained
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: RAF](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/11/26/spotlight-careers-raf/) - Stuart Mulligan gave students a whistle-stop tour round the fantastic different job roles offered in the RAF. With a disciplined, trained force of 32,000 people the UK Government can call on, the RAF is currently engaged in five missions on four continents in 22 countries. Stuart has done 27 years of service, is a Cyberspace
- [Nativity Play Gallery - Christmas 2025](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2025/12/16/nativity-play-gallery-christmas-2025/) - A bumper photo gallery from our wonderful nativity play. Click/tap on an image to enlarge it.
- [Year 10 Careers](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/03/25/year-10-careers/) - Since half term, our Year 10s have been having 1:1 meetings with our Careers Advisor, Mrs Scott. They have all received individual feedback regarding careers, sixth form subjects options and university courses. On Monday, armed with this information, the Year 10 students visited the UCAS Discovery Event at ExCel London. It was a vibrant, busy few
- [Employability Skills Workshop](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/04/28/employability-skills-workshop/) - Fresh from running the London Marathon, Matt Batchelor and three colleagues from Network Rail led a fabulous Employability Skills workshop for our Year 12s. This included CV writing, tips about what employers are looking for and the opportunity to analyse cvs and identify strengths and weaknesses. Students were given guidance on how to prepare for interviews,
- [Careers in Sports and Marketing](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/04/24/careers-in-sports-and-marketing/) - It was standing room only for a brilliant careers talk today, delivered by Georgia Latham, who works at the Football Association as England Marketing Manager for the national teams. Georgia loved her time at Thornton and talked about the friends she made and the attributes she developed here, particularly residence and persistence. She shared that
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/02/23/spotlight-careers-degree-apprenticeships-2/) - To mark National Apprenticeship Week, we were joined by Dante and Omar from Network Rail, who are currently on the company’s Business and IT Degree Apprenticeship scheme. Network Rail are one of the nation’s biggest employers, with a workforce of over 40,000 people and they are currently investing in attracting younger employees. When at school, Dante shared that he
- [STEM EVENT](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/02/05/stem-event-3/) - On Tuesday 3rd February we hosted our eleventh STEM Event and as always, the buzz was fantastic! Students from Years 5-13 had the opportunity to be inspired by a huge number of different job roles. They had used PHSE lesson time to undertake research and work in groups to prepare questions. Companies including Leading Aviation
- [International School Award Ceremony](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/02/05/international-school-award-ceremony/) - Representatives of Thornton College were delighted to attend the International Schools Award ceremony at the Houses of Parliament on Monday 2nd February. Mrs Murphy was joined by Mia Laurence, our Global Ambassador last year, whose leadership and commitment played a key role in achieving the award. Mia made a significant contribution to our international work,
- [SPOTLIGHT CAREERS: PHARMACY](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/2026/02/04/spotlight-careers-pharmacy/) - As a recently qualified Pharmacist, Victoria Houghton shared that she wanted to be an Archaeologist in Year 9! She reached sixth form with no clear idea of a career and decided to take sciences for A level to give herself options. She settled on Pharmacy, one reason being that she would always be employable as AI

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/) - Thornton College is an independent girls school in Milton Keynes. Take a tour of our school or enquire today.
- [Sixth Form](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/sixth-form/) - Welcome to Thornton Sixth Form. Thornton offers an exceptional Sixth Form experience.
- [Short-Stay Immersion Programme](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/short-stay-immersion-programme/) - Short-Stay Immersion Programme The Short-Stay Immersion Programme at Thornton is designed to give international students the opportunity to experience an all-girls British boarding education from as little as 2 weeks to one year of study. We offer a range of short-stay and enrichment opportunities where girls can join us as a day pupil, weekly boarder
- [Boarding Academic Scholarship](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/scholarships/boarding-academic-scholarship/) - At Thornton we offer the environment for students to Thrive Academically.
- [Staff Vacancies](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/staff-vacancies/) - Thornton College is a leading independent Catholic day and boarding school for girls, offering a warm and nurturing educational environment alongside a rigorous and exciting curriculum.
- [Open Mornings & Events](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/visit-us/open-mornings-events/) - Please find more on our open mornings & Events here.
- [Scholarships](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/scholarships/) - Thornton College offers private school scholarships in recognition of outstanding achievement and potential for internal and external students every year.
- [College Life](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/) - Thornton College is a community where we all work hard and enjoy school life engaging in all the opportunities we’re surrounded with.
- [Catering](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/catering/) - Food at Thornton is served in our spacious and recently completely refurbished dining room and is provided by Thomas Franks, our professional catering partner.
- [Careers](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/careers/) - At Thornton College we provide an award winning Student Careers Programme.
- [Trustees & Governors](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/trustees-governors/) - Thornton’s Trustees and Governors details and their impact on the school's development.
- [Fees](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/fees/) - Thornton College Fees from September 2026 – August 2026.
- [Armed Forces Discount](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/armed-forces-discount/) - Thornton College has a long and proud history of providing a home from home boarding school life for children of forces families.
- [A Catholic Foundation](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/mission-aims/a-catholic-foundation/) - Thornton College is an all-girls Catholic school, founded by the Sisters of Jesus and Mary in 1917, which upholds Christian principles and values.
- [School Development & Fund](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/school-development-fund/) - This is an exciting new opportunity for Alumni, Trusts and Foundations, Legacy pledgers and our current community to support our wonderful school.
- [Admissions](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/) - Apply for your daughter's place today. Explore our incredible prep school facilities or get in touch for a tour.
- [Holiday Camps](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/holiday-camps/) - Thornton are very excited to be partnered with Ultimate Activity Camps who run their fun, safe, and engaging holiday programmes.
- [Term Dates](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/term-dates/) - Please find our independent school term dates here.
- [Sr Genevieve Award](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/scholarships/sr-genevieve-award/) - The Sr Genevieve Awards are open to students applying for places in Years 6, 7 and 12 for September 2026. In May 2024, the Catholic Schools Inspectorate judged Thornton to be Outstanding in all areas, commenting upon the distinctive identity and charism that is embraced and celebrated with unwavering pride. Initially open to students applying
- [Policies](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/policies/) - Thornton College’s main policies are shown here. Other policies are available on request from Miss T Robinson.
- [Entry Requirements](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/sixth-form/entry-requirements/) - We are delighted you are considering Thornton College Sixth Form.
- [Academic Progress](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/sixth-form/academic-progress/) - Academic progress is central to a student’s experience as a Sixth Former, whether she is continuing with previous subjects or starting new ones.
- [Nearly New Uniform](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/school-uniform/nearly-new-uniform/) - Opening times of The Nearly New Uniform shop can be found here. Secondhand uniform is just as good for our students.
- [Reception Class](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/pre-prep/reception-class/) - The Pre-Prep at Thornton College will get your daughter’s education off to a flying start.
- [Senior](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/senior/) - Our Senior School in Milton Keynes is unmatched. Take a look around our Buckinghamshire campus.
- [Senior Academic Curriculum](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/senior/senior-academic-curriculum/) - Thornton is a thriving environment offering a diverse and exciting academic curriculum, with additional breadth provided as students move up through the school.
- [Prep](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/prep/) - Welcome to Thornton Prep School. Girls join the Preparatory Department from Year 3, age seven.
- [Boarding](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/boarding/) - There are many things that make a boarding education at Thornton College so special.
- [Boarding Activities](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/boarding/boarding-activities/) - Boarding school activities can be fun and exciting for students. Take a look at what girls get up to on campus.
- [Academic Life](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/academic-life/) - Everything we do at Thornton College focuses on the happiness and welfare of the children in our care.
- [School Houses](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/school-houses/) - Thornton College was a family home to three noble families, Cavendish, Ingleton and Tyrell, before it became a school in 1917.
- [Pre-Prep](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/pre-prep/) - Welcome from Dr Louise Shaw, Headteacher. Thornton Pre-Prep School is a wonderfully creative and ambitious school.
- [FAQs](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/faqs/) - Commonly asked questions about our private girls school in Buckinghamshire.
- [Admissions Procedure](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/admissions-procedure/) - Thornton College admits girls throughout the year so there is no need to wait until the beginning of a new term or academic year.
- [Head’s Welcome](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/heads-welcome/) - Welcome to Thornton College, with a message from our Prep School Head.
- [Single Sex Education](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/single-sex-education/) - Single Sex Education has many benefits and features in comparison to mixed sex schools, learn more here.
- [International Community](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/international-community/) - From Model UN sessions to Japanese lessons, our prep school has a strong focus on international development.
- [Examination Results](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/examination-results/) - Thornton College students consistently achieve outstanding academic results, regularly featuring among the top non-selective schools in the UK.
- [Boarding FAQs](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/boarding/boarding-faqs/) - The most commonly asked questions for students attending our boarding school in Milton Keynes.
- [Inspection Reports](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/inspection-reports/) - Our private school inspection reports are found here. See what makes our school so prestigious in the community.
- [Old Thorntonians Association](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/old-thorntonians-association/) - Please find more here on our old Thorntonians association.
- [Extra Curricular Lessons](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/extra-curricular-lessons/) - Please click here for our extra curricular lessons.
- [Years 1 & 2](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/pre-prep/years-1-2/) - A positive and nurturing environment allows girls to explore learning in their own way and lessons are planned to stimulate curiosity and a thirst for knowledge.
- [Prep Academic Curriculum](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/prep/prep-academic-curriculum/) - The all-round development of our girls at Thornton College is paramount.
- [Pre Reception Class](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/pre-prep/pre-reception-class/) - At Thornton College we offer a Pre-Reception education full of wonder and excitement for girls aged 3 years old.
- [Admissions Enquiry](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/admissions-enquiry/) - Have a question about prep school admissions? Get in touch here and we will respond as soon as possible.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/privacy-policy/) - Please find our privacy policy here. This is for online use.
- [Cookie Policy](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/cookie-policy/) - Cookie policies can be found here.
- [Contact Us](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/contact-us/) - Get in touch today to see if we can help you with any queries, or to discuss your daughter's journey at our private school.
- [Our History](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/our-history/) - Take a history tour of our prep, senior and sixth form, founded in 1917.
- [School Uniform](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/school-uniform/) - Our school uniform can be obtained online through our uniform stockists Schoolblazer.
- [Transport](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/transport/) - Thornton provides a door-to-door bus transport for students from Year 1 to Year 13 with routes covering the Milton Keynes area and surrounding towns and villages.
- [Co-Curricular Clubs](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/co-curricular-clubs/) - Thornton runs an extensive co-curricular programme of over 70 clubs each week across the independent school.
- [Wraparound Care](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/wraparound-care/) - We have a flexible Wrap-Around Care and Occasional Boarding system to suit busy working parents.
- [Sports at Thornton](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/sports-at-thornton/) - Sport is very important here at Thornton and we are proud to have such wonderful facilities and a number of county and regional athletes across varying sports and age groups.
- [Facilities](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/college-life/facilities/) - More on our facilities can be found here!
- [Visit Us](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/admissions/visit-us/) - Visit our girls school today. Take a look at our prep school, senior school and sixth form facilities.
- [Safeguarding](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/safeguarding/) - Safeguarding our students is the highest priority and the responsibility of every member of staff here at Thornton College.
- [Mission & Aims](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/mission-aims/) - At Thornton, we are a community rooted in kindness, ambition and a deep sense of purpose.
- [About Us](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/about-us/) - Thornton College is a leading independent day and boarding school for girls aged 3 – 19 years.
- [University Destinations](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/sixth-form/university-destinations/) - Thornton Sixth Form students have gone on to universities in the UK, Europe and the US, secured competitive degree-level apprenticeship positions and embarked upon exciting careers.
- [Sixth Form Subjects](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/sixth-form/sixth-form-subjects/) - Thornton offers a wide range of subjects and courses. The majority of courses are A Levels but we have extended our provision to include popular vocational courses.
- [GCSE Subjects](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/senior/gcse-subjects/) - Please click here for more on our GCSE subjects.
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- [Boarding Options](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/boarding/boarding-options/) - At Thornton College, we offer a wide range of different boarding choices to suit each family’s needs.
- [Vacancies](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/vacancies/) - Please click here for more on vacancies.
- [Curriculum Page](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/sample-page/curriculum-page/) - Please click here for more on our curriculum page.
- [News](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/news/) - Stay up to date with the latest through our news page.
- [Map](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/map/) - A map of our independent school based in Buckinghamshire.
- [Boarding Accommodation](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/boarding/boarding-accommodation/) - At Thornton College we have a range of accommodation for various age groups in two main boarding Houses; Barton and Chastillon.
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## Staff

- [Miss Isabel Parker](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/miss-isabel-parker/)
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- [Miss Faith James](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/miss-faith-james/)
- [Miss Alice Ho](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/miss-alice-ho/)
- [Mrs Angie Sinnott](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/mrs-angie-sinnott/) - 01908 281564 or 07779 249853
- [Mrs A Woodruff](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/mrs-a-woodruff/)
- [Mrs E Collins](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/mrs-e-collins/)
- [Ms T Wilks](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/ms-t-wilks/)
- [Mrs Jane Sanders](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/mrs-jane-sanders/)
- [Mgr Sean Healy](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/mgr-sean-healy/)
- [Mr John White](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/mr-john-white/)
- [Mr Kevin Ryce](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/mr-kevin-ryce/)
- [Mr Gerry Loftus](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/mr-gerry-loftus/)
- [Mrs Rosemary Kay](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/mrs-rosemary-kay/)
- [Sister Gerarda Lawler](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/sister-gerarda-lawler/)
- [Sister Joan Hunter](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/sister-joan-hunter/)
- [Sister Brenda Kilbride](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/sister-brenda-kilbride/)
- [Sister Patricia Ann Donovan [known as Sister Claudine]](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/sister-patricia-ann-donovan-known-as-sister-claudine/)
- [Father Mervyn Williams](https://www.thorntoncollege.com/staff/father-mervyn-williams/)
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