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Thornhill Park School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Thornhill Park School is a other independent special not applicable school in Sunderland , serving pupils aged 4–19, with 73 pupils, and a capacity of 80 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–19

Age range

73

Pupils

80

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Thornhill Park School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Thornhill Park School is set by Sunderland and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 91% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Sunderland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Sunderland catchment area documents →

Thornhill Park School — School Information

Full address
Portland Road, Plains Farm, Sunderland, SR3 1SS
Local authority
Sunderland
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–19 years
DfE URN
108877

Other Not applicable Schools in Sunderland

If Thornhill Park School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Sunderland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thornhill Park School

Is Thornhill Park School oversubscribed?

Thornhill Park School is operating close to its capacity of 80 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Thornhill Park School?

Admission to Thornhill Park School is managed by Sunderland. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Thornhill Park School cover?

Thornhill Park School is a not applicable school in Sunderland, serving pupils aged 4–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.