Thornhill Primary School is a community school serving families in Shildon and the wider County Durham area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Thornhill Primary School caters for mixed pupils from 4 to 11 years. With 207 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 210, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 2 February 2023, rated the school Outstanding. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.