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Welcome

It is a real privilege to be the head teacher of Thornhill Primary School.

Thornhill Primary School is a wonderful place to work and learn and we are very proud of our children and all their achievements.

Our motto ‘A promise for the future’ means our aim is to ensure our children leave our school ready and prepared for the next chapter of their life!
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Thornhill Primary School
Thornhill Gardens
Shildon
DL4 1ES

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Today in year 1 we have started our new science topic all about materials. We were able to identify and name a range of different materials, such as water, sand and rock. We then focused on 3 materials we could find around our classroom (plastic, wood and metal) and we worked in teams to sort some everyday objects into the correct groups. We began to talk about the properities of the materials using words such as hard, soft and shiny. ... See MoreSee Less

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Thank you to all the family members who joined Year Six at their Banksy art workshops over the last couple of weeks, we thoroughly enjoyed it. Lovely pieces of artwork were created in the style of Banksy on canvases. The wall art using the spray pens looked fantastic as well! ... See MoreSee Less

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It was great to see so many of the Y4 adults attend the latest Sports Workshops! We took part in boccia, new age kurling and darts. We hope you all had fun! ... See MoreSee Less
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This half term, Year 4 are learning about electricity in Science. Today they have discussed the dangers of electricity and have thought of many different ways to stay safe. ... See MoreSee Less

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Today in Year Three we had a fantastic time exploring the 'Sphero Bolts'. We enjoyed navigating them around the area using our iPads. Fantastic work Year Three! ... See MoreSee Less

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Children and young people use the internet every day to learn, play, and connect, but the online world is not always safe. This weeks #WakeUpWednesday provides clear and practical advice to support safer and healthier digital habits, helping young people to make informed, secure choices when using technology.Download your FREE copy here >> vist.ly/4ku5z ... See MoreSee Less

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Year Six have enjoyed creating their own Banksy fact files and looking at some of his famous pieces of artwork. They are looking forward to creating their own artwork inspired by Banksy over the next couple of weeks in their parent/carer sessions. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

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We have enjoyed a lovely Golden Day in school today We started the morning with the pantomime Robin Hood, followed by a delicious Christmas dinner and then a visit from Santa this afternoon! Merry Christmas to everyone and thank you for all the kind gifts and cards. Have a wonderful holiday. ... See MoreSee Less

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Today in Year Three we enjoyed continuing our History topic - Ancient Egypt. We looked at a significant individual throughout history - Pharoah Tutunkhamun. We enjoyed learning new facts and using a variety of sources to investigate. Well done Year Three! ... See MoreSee Less

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Year Six enjoyed finishing off their art topic this term by making their own relief sculptures for their 2026 calendar. They reused cardboard boxes by cutting large pieces into shapes and layered them on top of each other to make their artwork 3D. They look great, well done Year Six! ... See MoreSee Less

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Thank you to everyone who joined us today for our Christmas concert. What a lovely afternoon to be able to share our festive songs from Y1 to Y6. Well done to our amazing children who really got us in the Christmas mood! Fantastic to see so many people in school. It was a great atmosphere! ... See MoreSee Less

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A huge well done to our Reception class today who performed the most amazing Nativity in church. They have all worked extremely hard to learn their words and songs over the last few weeks and it was just lovely to see them enjoying themselves on stage today. We are all incredibly proud of our little superstars. ... See MoreSee Less

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SNOW FEST 2025! The children and staff enjoyed having Rob and Luke in school this morning! We had great fun keeping fit in the snow! Please see the link for holiday club information and how to book: robert-proud-fitness-coach.classforkids.io/camps ... See MoreSee Less

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Year Six made some fantastic Christmas stockings in their D&T lessons this term. They worked really hard cutting felt, attaching buttons and sewing their pieces together. They look brilliant Year Six well done! ... See MoreSee Less

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For our weekly reading enrichment session, the whole school enjoyed a tasty hot chocolate and listened to Christmas stories. What a lovely treat to start the day! ... See MoreSee Less

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Year 4 had a great morning at the Gymnastics Festival. They got the opportunity to use a range of equipment and perform a super routine. ... See MoreSee Less

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Year 1 and 2 have had an amazing time at the Gala Theatre this morning. We watched a show called 'Christmas Eve', where a young girl goes on an adventure to bring back the Christmas spirit to her hometown. The children listened and joined in so well and we are all so proud of their behaviour. A lovely festive treat! 🎄⭐ ... See MoreSee Less

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Today in Year Three we had a fantastic visit to Glow where we enjoyed watching a called performance 'The Gift'. The children loved meeting the characters at the end. Great behaviour and an amazing audience Year Three! ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

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Everyday devices make life easier, but they can also pose hidden risks if not used safely. This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide shares simple steps to prevent overheating, fires, and other hazards, helping parents and educators spot warning signs and model safer habits for young people.Download your FREE copy here >> nationalcollege.com/guides/top-tips-for-parents-and-educators-electrical-safety-and-devices ... See MoreSee Less

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Year Six have produced some excellent writing today. The children created a set of instructions, explaining how to make a 'Wonka's Everlasting Gobstopper'. ... See MoreSee Less

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For today's PSHE lesson in year 1, we have been learning about the importance of washing our hands. We used glitter to show how easily germs can be spread. We discussed how germs are so small that we cannot see them but they can make us ill. We then practiced washing our hands following the NHS guidelines. ... See MoreSee Less

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