Due to unexpected snowfall overnight and the freezing temperatures we have made the decision to delay opening the academy this morning (Weds 20 Nov) until 10am.  This will allow our site team to fully clear the site and make it safe for students and staff.  Students should arrive to the academy at 10am, make their way through the student entrance and go straight to Session 3.

Applications for year 7 entry in September 2025 are now open.

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We believe that every student should be safe, happy, ambitious for themselves and respectful of all.

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Welcome to Thorns Collegiate Academy.

Welcome to Thorns Collegiate Academy. At our heart, we are about sharing the spirit of education. From the moment that I first visited Thorns, the warmth and energy of the staff and students impressed me. That spirit is what makes the Academy unique. We see it in the small moments – individual successes in the classroom – as well as the big moments – whole school concerts, sporting fixtures and assemblies.

Ms Nikki Jones, Principal

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We are an Operation Encompass Academy. Operation Encompass offers support for victims of domestic violence.

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Part of Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust

We believe that every person who passes through our doors deserves the very best that we can offer. We understand that each Academy is unique, but our emphasis and expectations will remain the same. 

Nothing less than Outstanding is acceptable.