Thornton School
43 Eastbank Road Whakatane
Thornton School is a Full Primary located in Whakatane, specifically in the suburb of Thornton. The school operates under the State authority within the Bay of Plenty Region region.
With a roll of approximately 143 students, Thornton School provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since January 1912, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.thornton.school.nz.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Thornton School
- Telephone
- 07-3049308
- admin@thornton.school.nz
- Contact1 Name
- Shelley Bremner
- URL
- http://www.thornton.school.nz
- Add1 Line1
- 43 Eastbank Road
- Add1 Suburb
- Thornton
- Add1 City
- Whakatane
- Add2 City
- Whakatane
- Urban Rural Indicator
- Rural other
- Org Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- CoEd Status
- Co-Educational
- Territorial Authority
- Whakatane District
- Regional Council
- Bay of Plenty Region
- Local Office Name
- Rotorua Office
- Education Region
- Bay of Plenty, Waiariki
- Latitude
- -37.925340
- Longitude
- 176.863286
- EQi Index
- 451
- Total
- 143
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1912-01-26
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- All students taught in English/other setting
- BoardingFacilities
- No
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thornton School answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Thornton School?
Thornton School is a Full Primary school, operating under the State authority in the Bay of Plenty Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Thornton School located?
Thornton School is located in Whakatane, Thornton, New Zealand. The address is 43 Eastbank Road Whakatane.
Is Thornton School a co-educational school?
Thornton School has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.
How many students attend Thornton School?
As of the most recent data, Thornton School has a school roll of approximately 143 students, making it a small school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Thornton School?
You can contact Thornton School by phone on 07-3049308, or by email at admin@thornton.school.nz.
Does Thornton School have a website?
Yes, Thornton School has an official website at http://www.thornton.school.nz. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.
When did Thornton School open?
Thornton School was established and opened its doors in January 1912. It has been serving the local community and the Bay of Plenty Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Thornton School?
Thornton School falls under the jurisdiction of the Rotorua Office local education office, which is part of the Bay of Plenty Region Regional Council area.
How do I find Thornton School on a map?
You can find Thornton School using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -37.925340, 176.863286). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Thornton School?
To enrol your child at Thornton School, we recommend contacting the school directly on 07-3049308 or emailing admin@thornton.school.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.
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