Open Evening 2026
Discover Your Future at the Thornleigh Sixth Form Open Evening
Thursday 15th October 2026 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for our Open Evening to experience how our high academic standards, Salesian values, and pastoral support empower young people to achieve their highest ambitions.
What to expect on the night:
Ask the teacher: Speak directly with expert subject teachers and explore our complete curriculum offer.
Presentation Hear about our record-breaking A-Level and BTEC results, positive value-added scores, and student support systems.
Student-Led Campus Tours: Tour our modern Sixth Form Centre, dedicated silent study suites, and Learning Resource Centre (LRC) with current Year 12 and Year 13 students.
Application Support: Staff will be on hand to explain the application process and to support students and parents with the Thornleigh Sixth Form Application Form.
"At Thornleigh, every student is known as an individual. We combine academic rigour with pastoral support to help you achieve your ambitions and make the next step towards success"
How to Join Us
No pre-booking is required for this event. Free parking is available on-site via the main school entrance.
If you have any specific access requirements or questions prior to the evening, please contact our Sixth Form Admissions Team at sixthform@thornleigh.bolton.sch.uk. We look forward to welcoming you to our community!
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