The Thomas Adams School

Named SENDCo (Rowena Turner) plus dedicated SEND Support Manager and Officers, including a specific SEND Support Officer for Sixth Form.

“SEND Support Officer (Sixth Form): Linden Sherriff – Oversees SEND Provision in the Sixth form and the running of the SEND Sixth Form Department”

The school offers dedicated, inclusive SEND support combining expert staff, evidence-based interventions, and multi-agency partnerships.

“We embrace a fully inclusive approach that combines expert staff, evidence-based interventions, and strong multi-agency partnerships”

School states safeguarding and wellbeing of all students is highest priority

“At Thomas Adams, the safeguarding and wellbeing of all our students is our highest priority.”

School has a named DSL and multiple deputy DSLs plus a safeguarding governor, trained to the highest standards

“Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Deputies are trained to the highest standards and are available to support any concerns.”

School is renowned for Music, Drama, and Sport with specialist centres and performance facilities.

“Thomas Adams School is renowned for Music, Drama, and Sport, with specialist centres and full performance facilities.”

Engineering pathway benefits from Mathematics and Further Mathematics; Architecture pathway combines Art/Graphics, Mathematics, Science, and portfolio development.

“Engineering careers benefit from Mathematics and Further Mathematics, whilst Architecture thrives on a combination of Art or Graphics, Mathematics, Science, and portfolio development.”

Sixth form has small class sizes, cited by both the school and a student testimonial as fostering closer teacher-student bonds.

“Academically, because the classes are smaller, you build a bond with your teacher finding the balance of trust and confidence.”

Sixth form cohort is around 300 students across Years 12 and 13.

“Here, around 300 Year 12 and 13 students enjoy independence while remaining connected to our whole-school community.”

Excellent sports facilities including a multi-use sports centre and playing fields

“Our students enjoy excellent sports facilities, including a multi-use sports centre, vast playing fields, and specialised courts.”

Specialist centres for Music and Drama with full performance facilities

“With specialist centres for Music and Drama, complete with full performance facilities, students can truly explore their artistic talents.”

School describes itself as a community school with an inclusive ethos

“As a community school, we pride ourselves on our inclusive ethos.”

School describes its sixth form as a welcoming, supportive community fostering academic and personal growth in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

“Thomas Adams Sixth Form offers a welcoming, supportive community where students grow academically and personally. With small class sizes, dedicated staff, and a wide range of opportunities, from leadership roles to career guidance, students are empowered to achieve their goals in a nurturing and inclusive environment.”

Broad range of sixth form courses with five hours per subject in Year 12

“Our Sixth Form curriculum offers a broad range of courses, with five hours per subject in Year 12, ensuring valuable contact time with academic experts.”

Sixth form offers five hours of teaching time per subject in Year 12, more than typical sixth forms.

“Unlike many sixth forms, we provide five hours per subject for most courses in Year 12, ensuring meaningful engagement with academic experts who are passionate about their fields.”

Minimum entry requirement for sixth form is five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths.

“The general entry requirement is a minimum of Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above , including English and Mathematics.”

Minimum GCSE entry requirement for Sixth Form is 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above.

“Minimum entry requirement: 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above.”

Sixth form curriculum prepares students for university, apprenticeships, or direct employment.

“Whether your path leads to university, apprenticeships, or direct employment, the skills, knowledge, and personal growth you’ll experience through our curriculum provide the foundation for lifelong success and fulfilment.”

Tutors help students navigate university applications, employment, apprenticeships, or a gap year

“whether that’s university applications, employment opportunities, apprenticeships, or gap year planning.”

School holds an Ofsted 'Good' rating

“Thomas Adams Ofsted Good”