Thorndale
Residential care home · Sunderland
8 Thornhill Park, Sunderland, SR2 7JZ
Run by North East Autism Society
- GoodCQC · May 2018
- 8.4Our score
- Beds6
- Type of careResidential
- Phone07397 379798
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 19 May 2018
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Thorndale
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-112721895
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Thorndale
Thorndale supports adults with learning disabilities through residential care connected with the North East Autism Society. Its wider adult provision includes year-round residential placements, supported living, short breaks, family support and day services for autistic and neurodivergent people.
Adult programmes use person-centred approaches and are tailored to assessed needs. Vocational and craft opportunities help people develop independent-living skills, communication and social interaction. The organisation also provides education, employment support and activities across its wider services, while Thorndale’s relevant role is year-round residential placements for adults needing structured support.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Sunderland
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No 9Sunderland | 0 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| 14 ThornhillSunderland | 0.1 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| Thorncliffe HouseSunderland | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| ThornhillSunderland | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| RosehillSunderland | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by North East Autism Society
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| No 9Sunderland | Good | 8.4 | |
| 14 ThornhillSunderland | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| ThornhillSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| RosehillSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ashdale - SunderlandSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ashgate CottageSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| BrentwoodSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| InverthorneSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| MoorpineSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| The CourtSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| DunelmSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| MeldanSunderland | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Autism-focused residential provision
- Person-centred adult day programmes
- Supported living also available
Suits: Adults with learning disabilities needing residential support
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
8 Thornhill Park, Sunderland, SR2 7JZ
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Questions families ask
How much does Thorndale cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Thorndale for its weekly fee. As a guide, Sunderland council paid on average £931 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.
Who pays for a place in this home?
Ask Thorndale whether it takes residents funded by Sunderland council and what it charges people who pay for themselves. In England the council may help after a needs assessment and a financial assessment if savings and assets are below £23,250 (2026 to 2027 rules). People whose needs are mainly health needs may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which pays the full fee.