Free learning resources for Thornton Primary School families

Reading, writing and 11+ preparation, plus a guide to the grammar schools Thornton families most commonly apply to.

Thornton Primary School is in Bradford. There are 4 grammar schools within 17 miles of Thornton, using the FSCE 11 plus for admission. This page brings together free reading, writing, and 11+ resources, plus a guide to the local grammar schools Thornton families most commonly apply to.

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Grammar schools near Thornton

Families from Thornton are exceptionally well placed for grammar schools in Halifax, with the nearest just 3 miles away. The nearby grammars use the FSCE 11 plus, which takes place in September of Year 6.

The North Halifax Grammar School

Co-ed school
3 miles
A co-educational grammar school in Halifax using the FSCE 11 plus for entry
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The Crossley Heath School

Co-ed school
5 miles
A co-educational grammar school in Halifax using the FSCE 11 plus for entry
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Heckmondwike Grammar School

Co-ed school
12 miles
A co-educational grammar school in Heckmondwike using the FSCE 11 plus for entry
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Ermysted's Grammar School

Boys school
17 miles
A boys' grammar school in Skipton using the FSCE 11 plus for entry
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