YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE
Where Academic Excellence Meets Individual Potential
Our approach combines academic rigour with strong pastoral guidance, ensuring you receive comprehensive support throughout your journey with us. The atmosphere is one of encouragement and collaboration, where we work together to unlock your full potential.
A PLACE OF STUDY
For All
At Thomas Adams Sixth Form, we believe in nurturing every student’s unique journey. We provide a vibrant and inclusive environment where you’ll be empowered to excel academically, discover new passions, and develop into a confident, well-rounded individual.
Our Philosophy:
Large Enough to Offer Real Choice, Small Enough to Care
Our Values Define Us
Inclusive
Embracing diversity and welcoming all students
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Caring
Providing personalised attention and support
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Supportive
Standing alongside you through every challenge
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Direct
Maintaining open dialogue about your progress
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Aspirational
Encouraging you to reach beyond expectations
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Personal
Recognising your unique journey and goals
Independence meets support
A Distinctive Sixth Form Experience
Nestled within the same campus as Thomas Adams School yet separated by acres of playing fields, our Sixth Form enjoys its own distinct identity. With dedicated grounds, dining areas, and study spaces, we offer the perfect balance between university independence and school support.
Enhanced Freedoms, Maintained Structure Experience greater independence through no school uniform policy and self-directed study periods, whilst benefiting from our caring ethos and close monitoring of attendance and progress. This approach provides parents with reassurance that we’ll take prompt action when needed, whilst giving students the freedom to mature and develop responsibility.
Expert Teaching, Individual Focus Our committed and enthusiastic staff are subject experts who make learning genuinely rewarding. We take pride in knowing each student individually, speaking regularly about progress and ensuring access to comprehensive guidance. With years of experience supporting students at this crucial stage, we understand the importance of making the right choices both during and after Sixth Form study.
Your Personal Tutor: Your Champion
Detailed Guidance and Support
At Thomas Adams Sixth Form, we believe knowledge is power. This philosophy drives our tutorial system, where you’ll meet your tutor every morning. Your tutor quickly becomes your primary point of contact for both academic and personal goals.
Beyond daily registration, regular one-to-one meetings ensure your studies progress smoothly. Your tutor plays a crucial role in helping you navigate future decisions, whether that’s university applications, employment opportunities, apprenticeships, or gap year planning.
Enrichment
Igniting New Passions, Nurturing Talents
Complementing your academic studies, our varied enrichment programme offers countless opportunities to explore new interests or develop existing talents. Our students consistently engage with extra-curricular activities, creating a vibrant, dynamic community where there’s always something exciting happening.
Sports Excellence Make full use of our excellent sporting facilities, including a well-equipped Sports Centre and gymnasium. Our diverse range of sports teams always welcome new members, providing perfect opportunities to showcase your skills and connect with the social side of Adams life.
Performing Arts and Music Our annual production represents a highlight of Sixth Form life, with previous performances including Grease, Back to the 80’s, and Guys and Dolls. These productions have earned an enviable reputation for exceptional quality and typically sell out quickly, testament to the talent and dedication of our students.
Lead and Make a Difference
Student Leadership and Voice
Sixth Form Committee Our Student Committee comprises representatives from every Year 12 and Year 13 form group, playing a crucial role in organising fundraising opportunities and planning social events. Meeting regularly to discuss improvements to Sixth Form life and explore educational innovations, this group ensures student voices remain central to our development.
Student Ambassadors Our dedicated volunteer Student Ambassadors represent us at Sixth Form Open Evenings, Taster Days, and Applicant Open Days. These willing students provide prospective students and parents with authentic insights into life at Thomas Adams Sixth Form, sharing their experiences and answering questions from a student perspective.
How to
Apply
Ready to begin your Sixth Form journey with us? Complete our online application form, and we’ll acknowledge receipt promptly. We recommend applying by mid-December, though we welcome applications throughout the year.
How to
Get in Touch
Have questions or wish to visit? We’d love to hear from you.
Email: admissions@tas.318education.co.uk
Phone: 01939 237000
Contact
The Thomas Adams School
Lowe Hill
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5UB
Tel: +44 1939 237000