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2020/2021 Prospectus Respect, resilience and success 1
Welcome
I am proud to be the Headteacher You join our community at an
of The Thomas Adams School, exciting time; we will become
a successful co-educational a member of the Priory School
community school, Sixth Form Trust, a collaboration of successful
and Boarding House in the centre schools in Shropshire, all with
of Wem, with an outward-facing the same goal of excellence in
approach to education. education. This membership
will enable our students and
I am absolutely committed to staff to access a wide range of
the education of our students. I opportunities, facilities and ideas
believe that a secondary school
is more than an academic path; it Reading through our prospectus,
is where students uncover their you will get a flavour of what our
underlying talents, their passions school can offer students. However,
and their interests which will lead to truly understand the supportive
them towards a positive and bright atmosphere and ethos we generate,
future. At The Thomas Adams I would suggest that you arrange a
School, I take immense pride in the visit to meet our students and staff.
way in which students are guided I have no doubt that our current
and challenged every step of the students will impress you with their
way, from the transition from maturity, dedication and passion
primary school in Year 7, to winning for learning.
places at competitive universities
in Year 13. We respect each other, I look forward to meeting you and
we celebrate success and we instil your family. Senior Leadership Team
resilience, preparing children for
Mark Cooper
tomorrow’s world.
We understand that, for our young
people to achieve potential, they
Contents
need to feel happy, safe and valued.
Therefore, our pastoral system is
at the heart of everything we do, School vision and aims 4 Equal opportunities
enabling students to fulfil potential and disability access 13
at GCSE and A Level. An overview 5
Beyond the classroom 14
Admissions
How to apply 6 Form system 15
OPEN
Transport 7 House system / praise
and rewards 15
EVENTS
Sixth Form 8
Careers, education,
Adams House information, advice
boarding accommodation 9 and guidance 15
Dates for your diary The Thomas Adams School An exciting curriculum 10 School meals 16
Open Day Lowe Hill
Tuesday 8th October 2019 Wem A caring and holistic Times of the day 16
Shropshire approach to education 11
Morning Tours 9.15am and 11.45am School uniform 17
SY4 5UB
Special Educational Needs
Open Evening 01939 237000 and Disabilities (SEND) 12 How to find us 18
Tuesday 8th October 2019 enquiries@thomasadams.net
5.30pm – 8pm Stay connected 19
www.thomasadams.net
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Michael Barratt,
CEO of The Priory
School Trust and
Mark Cooper,
Headteacher
An
School Vision and Aims
Overview Boarding School & Sixth Form
Our vision This is not to be defined in terms To support our aims The Thomas Adams School and Sixth The school is famous for its music
there is the need for: Form is a successful co-educational and drama and we have specialist
OVER
of just examination success,
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although this is obviously vital, but secondary school in Wem. With a centres for both these subjects,
Outstanding includes success in all other areas, • The development of a close strong history dating back to 1650, with full performance facilities. We
including the ability to continue partnership with parents we provide quality teaching and also have a multi-use sports centre,
education and care learning, solve problems, develop and carers. learning for our 1250 students, aged whilst our extensive playing fields
11-18 years old. Whilst many of our give us additional sports facilities,
that will allow every resilience and be active, informed
citizens, prepared for life in
• An efficiently managed school
students live in Wem, our extensive including tennis courts, artificial
SUBJECTS
where all systems are the best
young person to modern-day Britain.
that they can be.
transport links also allow students
from across North Shropshire to
cricket wicket, basketball courts,
hard surface play areas and many
Our aims
reach their potential, • A clear focus on teaching access our excellent provision. pitches for team games.
• To encourage and support the and learning.
Large enough to offer choice and
regardless of FOUNDED IN
1650
potential of all our students. opportunity, we pride ourselves on
• A clear focus on literacy,
their background. • To ensure there is a culture numeracy and independent seeing all students as individuals,
providing quality pastoral care
throughout the school where study skills.
throughout a student’s academic
respect, resilience and success
• The provision of a wide range of journey with us. Our pastoral system
are valued.
extra-curricular opportunities for
30 ACRE
is organised by year group, led by a
• To provide an enjoyable and the students. Head of Year who will work closely
stimulating curriculum that
meets the needs of all students,
• The development of community,
education and business links.
CAMPUS with families, ensuring that every
student fulfils their academic and
MULTI-USE
SPORTS
CENTRE
leading to excellence, progress personal potential in their time at
and success. • The continuation of positive We have two main sites on our 30 The Thomas Adams School. We
relationships between students acre campus. Our Lowe Hill buildings encourage all students to engage
• To provide a disciplined, caring and get involved in our extra-
and staff which makes the cater for Years 7-11, providing
and moral environment which curricular programme, be that a
school a friendly, warm and excellent facilities for all curricular
supports and inspires young member of a sports team, working
people to become respectful
vibrant place. areas. At the Noble Street site,
we have our Sixth Form, housed towards the Duke of Edinburgh OUTSTANDING
and caring citizens in the school • Sustaining of excellent standards in the attractive grammar school Award or a budding journalist on the BOARDING HOUSE
community and beyond. of behaviour. school newspaper.
building. We also have our thriving
• To provide an ethos in our school boarding provision, Adams House,
• The continuing development of We would welcome you to come for
community which promotes which accommodates students
the student voice. a tour of our school. Enthusiastic,
mutual respect, tolerance and
individuality whilst appreciating
from further afield in Britain, or
from overseas. At our last Ofsted
committed and determined, our SPECIALIST
students would love to show you
inspection in 2018, Adams House MUSIC & DRAMA
the value of democracy and law.
was rated ‘outstanding’.
their work and to talk to you about
their experiences at The Thomas
CENTRES
Adams School.
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We are always pleased to
show prospective students
and parents around the
school, to see the quality of
our students at work
Mark Cooper, Headteacher
Admissions
How to apply Transport
The admissions policy for Thomas Catchment area schools can Within Catchment Area Out of Catchment Area
Adams is determined by Shropshire be viewed on LocalView which
Shropshire Council transport The School subsidises private
Council, which is the Admissions can be found on the Shropshire school coaches for students living
Council website. If you live within our catchment
Authority for all Community and outside our catchment area. At
area, and three miles or more from
Voluntary Controlled schools present we run coaches from the
Our primary liaison coordinator school, you may be entitled to
in Shropshire. The Council’s following areas:
is responsible for Year 7 receive free school transport.
Admissions Team operates the admissions and maintains close • Tilstock, Whitchurch and
admissions process for year 7 links with the staff at local For further information, search
Higher Heath
and all enquiries regarding schools. Agreed procedures online for “Shropshire Council
admissions should be ensure that the transition to Secondary School Transport” • Wollerton, Hodnet & Marchamley
Thomas Adams is carried out or call 0345 678 9008.
addressed to them.
as smoothly as possible. • Market Drayton
Shropshire residents Thomas Adams School
• Bletchley and Prees
If you live in Shropshire, all Mid-Term or has helped me find my
enquiries regarding admissions In-Year Admissions • Shrewsbury, Bomere Heath confidence over the last
should be addressed to:- Please contact the Headteacher & Myddle few years. Lessons are
Admissions Team in the first instance in order to • Baschurch, Burlton, Cockshutt, challenging and interesting,
make an appointment to visit
Shropshire Council Welshampton & Lyneal I have found a love for
Shirehall the school.
• Oswestry, Whittington, sport. I have a great bond
Abbey Foregate
Shrewsbury Gobowen, St Martins, Dudleston with teachers, they bring
SY2 6ND Heath & Ellesmere out the best in me and I
0345 6789 008 For further information, please visit feel that I am being pushed
school-admissions@shropshire.gov.uk our website www.thomasadams.net to my full potential.
www.shropshire.gov.uk/schools/school-admissions or call 01939 237000. Bo Ball 8.3
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Sixth Form
(Years 12 Adams House
and 13) Boarding Accommodation
The Thomas Adams Sixth Form Subjects currently on offer: Step into Adams House and you What our boarders say:
has its own purpose-built Art will instantly feel at home! Catering
accommodation, including our Biology for students aged 11-19 we have
Study Hub, a student common
Business Studies
been welcoming our boarders from Adams House is a unique Thomas Adams School
room and restaurant. the UK and across the world for
Chemistry opportunity for any is a safe, welcoming
many years.
At Sixth Form, our aim is that Computer Science young person and I highly place for everyone. The
students are able to develop their Adams House has an experienced recommend it… it truly is a anti-bullying and mental
Drama and Theatre Studies
own sense of personal responsibility and dedicated team of staff who
English Language home from home. health ambassadors are
for their learning which will stand fully appreciate how daunting
them in good stead at university English Language & Literature it can be to move away from Isabel from Bulgaria very helpful and is a very
or in the world of work. There is a English Literature home. They work together with good idea to help improve
supportive tutor system to support the students to develop a caring, the wellbeing of students.
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
this process. Certainly our Sixth multicultural community where
Film Studies Layla Levett 8.6
Form students develop a real sense there is genuine respect amongst,
Boarding is full of support
of partnership with their teachers Food Science (BTEC) boarders and staff for the values
and tutors and help to plan and and beliefs of everybody in the and love. You learn to love
French
organise, with them, a wide range of
Geography
boarding community. hard, work hard, and overall,
activities to support their academic you become a better person.
Graphic Communication
and social development.
Toochoo from the UK
Health and Social Care (CTEC)
Students may opt for a range
History
of courses designed to cater
IT (BTEC)
for a broad spectrum of talents
A home away
and abilities. Mathematics I am leaving Adams House
Further Mathematics with friends for life and
For further information please
request a Thomas Adams Sixth
Music great memories that I’ll from home!
Form prospectus. Physics never forget.
Politics Faith from Saudi Arabia and the UK
For more information,
Product Design
OVER
please contact:
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Psychology
Religious Studies Mrs Nicki Cooper
I’ve met great people Head of Boarding
Sociology and have learnt so
SUBJECTS
Sport (BTEC)
OUTSTANDING much about myself. Email: nc@thomasadams.net
Textile Design BOARDING HOUSE Benan from Turkey Telephone: 01939 233311
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A caring and
holistic approach to education…
At Thomas Adams, we find that Our House system also develops days of absence for the year – this
building relationships with our the feeling of belonging and is 3 weeks off in total! In terms
young people and their parents provides a framework for healthy of learning and progress, this will
is the key to success. Mutual competition where every individual leave gaps in knowledge that will
respect and trust help to create a will have the opportunity to be difficult to catch up on and will
safe and purposeful environment participate and contribute to its inevitably reduce the success of
where pupils can learn and grow as success. House points hold both your child.
individuals, ready to contribute to an individual and collective value
the wider world. and can be earned in a variety Above all, we understand the
of ways, including academic importance of taking care of the
Every student has a Form Tutor, a achievements; participation in whole child, providing them with
Senior Mentor, a Head of House, extra-curricular clubs or events, a sense of community where
subject teachers and a dedicated excellent attendance, displaying they can learn respect, resilience
An exciting curriculum
pastoral team who all provide good personal qualities like manners and success.
support and care on a daily basis to or helpfulness and for service to
ensure both academic and personal the school or local community. We For further information, please
growth and wellbeing. Our job is to firmly believe that, as a school, we refer to the relevant sections of
build the resilience of our students
Key Stage 3 (Years 7, 8 and 9) Key Stage 4 (Years 10 and 11) Key Stage 5 (Years 12 and 13) will get the best out of our students our website on Attendance, Home-
so they understand that hard work through the power of praise. School Agreement, Code of Conduct,
All students follow a general course All students take courses leading We offer a wide selection of and perseverance are rewarding,
Anti-Bullying, Praise and Rewards,
comprising English, Mathematics, to GCSE or other appropriate A Levels and some BTEC and that giving up is not an option, We do not tolerate bullying of any
Behaviour, Illness
Science, Technology, Information examinations. As core subjects, qualifications with students given either in the classroom or with kind; everyone has the right to
Technology, Geography, History, all students take English, Maths, a broad selection to choose from. personal issues. feel happy and secure at school.
Religious Education, French, Art, Science, Physical Education and Our Sixth Form students are well We have a group of Anti-Bullying
As part of our transition process Ambassadors who work to support
Music, Drama, Personal and a Personal and Social Education prepared for the future and we
from Year 6, and for any student and educate their peers in order to
Social Education and Physical course which includes Religious do this through a programme of
joining us later on, we carefully raise awareness and help eradicate
Education/Games. Education, Careers Guidance and high quality teaching and learning
select the best tutor group for any issues.
Health Education, and are given the in small classes with personalised
In Year 7, pupils are placed into them, taking into consideration
opportunity to be involved in a work pastoral care. We pride ourselves
sets for Mathematics, English, friendship groups and other However, the single most important
experience programme. on knowing each of our students
Modern Foreign Languages interests. Form Tutors keep these factor that will ensure your child’s
and working with them and
and PE. In Years 8 and 9, these Great care is taken to ensure groups for the first 5 years until success at Thomas Adams is their
home to help achieve their
arrangements extend into other that the other subjects chosen they move on to our experienced attendance. Although, 90% may
personal ambitions.
subject areas. Special provision is offer each student a broad and Sixth Form tutor team who are appear to be a high percentage,
made for students with learning balanced education. Subjects on trained in the differing needs of over an academic year this equates
difficulties or special needs. offer include History, Geography, Sixth Form students. to half a day off per week and 19.5
Business Studies, Computer
I like Thomas Adams School
In the Spring Term of Year 9, Science, ICT, Design and Technology because it has a positive
students and parents are consulted (including, Product Design, Catering attitude towards students
regarding subject choices and and Textiles), Art, 3D Art, Drama,
future courses. We use Year 9 as a
and their education. Staff
Graphic Communication, Music,
GCSE preparation year, so students Religious Education and Physical
and other students are very
are clear about standards and Education. We hope to equip welcoming towards everyone.
expectations as they transition in our students with skills that the Owen Silvester 9.3
to Key Stage 4. modern workplace and further The best thing about
study require. Home Learning Thomas Adams is that the
Home learning is an integral staff are very friendly and
Full details and supplement of Key part of the curriculum. We use every subject is fun. The
Stage 4 curriculum can be found on it to consolidate, supplement school has anti-bullying
our website www.thomasadams.net and enhance the learning that is
ambassadors that can help
taking place in school. For further
information, please refer to the you when you feel upset.
Home Learning Policy available on Charlie Watton 8.7
our website.
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Special Educational
and Disabilities (SEND)
We have a range of support systems in place across our curriculum
to support SEND students. Wherever possible, support is provided in
mainstream classes.
Further information on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
(SEND) can be found on our website.
Equal Opportunities &
Disability Access
We believe and will insist that all individuals are valued equally
and not according to age, gender, capability, race, religion, sexual
orientation or physical impairment. No individual or group should
ever feel prey to attack, abuse or harassment by another
Our Equal Opportunities Policy can be read in full on our website.
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Careers
House Education,
Beyond the classroom System / Information,
Sport Music
Form Praise and Advice and
Facilities include a multi-use Music plays a vitally important
System Rewards Guidance
Sports Centre and fitness suite role at Thomas Adams School.
on site and the swimming pool The music centre offers excellent
within walking distance. These, facilities and there are many On entering the school, students All students, as well as belonging to Careers education and links to
together with the extensive playing weekly activities open to students are grouped in to forms. Each form a form, will also be a member of a Higher Education providers and
fields, ensure first-class provision e.g. choir, orchestra, string contains children of all levels of House. There are 7 Houses: employers are very important to
for indoor and outdoor sport orchestra, brass, band plus many ability and a mixture of children everyone at Thomas Adams School
from the various feeder primary • Clee and Sixth Form.
including football, cricket, rugby, more. Regular performances and
athletics, cross-country, swimming, productions take place throughout schools. As far as possible, we • Lawley
take care to see that new pupils Throughout Years 7 to 11, there are
tennis, table-tennis, gymnastics, the year. • Haughmond
are placed in a form with at least regular opportunities provided to
badminton, rounders, volleyball, • Caradoc
Many students opt to have some other students that they know support our students in planning
basketball, netball and a range of
instrumental lessons at a subsidised well. Students remain in the same • Corndon for and managing their own
individual interests. Students have
rate. The range of instruments form through Years 7 to 11 and will • Hawkstone futures. These include visiting
achieved success and honours at
on offer includes the full range usually keep the same form tutor speakers, advice workshops and
county, national and international • Grinshill
of string, woodwind and brass throughout that time. personalised, one-to-one careers
level and our teams have regularly
instruments as well as voice, guitar House points can be earned for advice interviews.
won county titles.
and percussion. good work, behaviour, citizenship,
etc. and are awarded electronically.
At this school, I have
Students will be praised by tutors
learnt that, no matter what and achievements are often
Duke of Edinburgh Extra-curricular Clubs background you have come recognised in assemblies. Good
from, you can make it. work by students is put on display
For many years we have We offer an extensive range of and the Headteacher has a praise The opportunities and
The diversity of students
actively encouraged students clubs and extra-curricular activities board. Students’ achievements are experiences this school
improves the qualities of us also recognised by press stories,
to participate in the Duke of during lunchtime and after school. has let me take part in are
Edinburgh’s Award and currently These include creative writing, as valuable personalities. social media and included in termly
newsletters. Prizes and special
unforgettable and I will
offer the Bronze and Gold awards. Warhammer, Art, Drama, ICT, to Esme Haycocks 9.4
These awards provide students with name a few. privileges are also given to students always be grateful for what
opportunities to develop leadership who deserve rewards. will be some of the best
skills, team building, responsibility, Students are able to access the years of my life. Thomas
endurance, courage as well as library and ICT facilities during
lunchtime and after school.
Adams has given me the
develop friendships.
confidence to go and chase
my dreams in the future to
To view the current list of extra-curricular clubs available please achieve my best in life.
see our website www.thomasadams.net Millie Clubbe 9.4
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The school allowed us to
actively participate in the
decision making for the new
uniform. The results were a
uniform that pupils, parents
School Meals
and staff are happy with. It
is practical and gives us a
sense of belonging
Jess Williams, Year 10
We provide a wide range of hot Free School Meals are a benefit
and cold food in the dining hall awarded in respect of children
at both break and lunchtime. We under the age of 19, where the
have a cashless catering system parent/carer is in receipt of
and parents upload money onto certain benefits.
an account with Parent Pay. A
username and password are issued To check eligibility and for further
by the school to enable parents to information please contact:
do this.
Shropshire Council
Students who prefer to bring Shirehall
sandwiches are required to eat Abbey Foregate
them in the dining hall. Students are Shrewsbury
not allowed to leave the premises at Shropshire
lunchtime without permission from SY2 6ND
the Headteacher. Parents who wish 0345 678 9000
their children to go home for lunch fsm@shropshire.gov.uk
should send written confirmation of www.shropshire.gov.uk/free-school-meals/
Times of the School
this to school.
School day Uniform Everyday Uniform PE Kit
Thomas Adams Blazer Thomas Adams Navy PE Polo
8.45am Registration / Assembly
The supplier of our school uniform
and PE kit is School Shop Direct Thomas Adams Jumper Thomas Adams Navy Shorts
9.05am Lesson 1
who are based in Shrewsbury. (optional)
10.10am Lesson 2 Blue Rugby Shirt
White Collared Shirt (Boys)
11.10am Break You can view and place orders
(short or long sleeved)
via their website Thomas Adams Tracksuit
11.30am Lesson 3 www.schoolshopdirect.co.uk Charcoal Straight-leg Trousers bottoms/ jumpers/fleeces
12.35pm Lesson 4 are also available
Approved School Skirt
1.35pm Lunch (available from School Shop) Blue football socks
(Boys and Girls)
2.20pm Lesson 5 Knee length Charcoal City
Shorts Trainers with non-marking soles
3.20pm End of school day
Black Leather Shoes
Term Dates (no logos, motifs, no boots)
These are available to view on our Thomas Adams House Tie
website www.thomasadams.net (house colours)
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How to Stay
find us connected
The Thomas Adams School Find out the latest news and what’s
Lowe Hill going on via our social media:-
Wem
Shropshire @ThomasAdamsWem
SY4 5UB
@thomasadamswem
01939 237000
enquiries@thomasadams.net
www.thomasadams.net Disclaimer
All information is correct at the
time of publication. Please visit our
30 ACRE
website www.thomasadams.net for the
latest information.
CAMPUS The prospectus can also be downloaded
from our website
18 www.thomasadams.net Respect, resilience and success 19“All teachers are
supportive and have
helped me learn new
things throughout
the year.”
Alice Page 8.3
“I feel part of a
special, meaningful
community. I feel
passionate to
wear the Thomas
Adams badge”
Trinity Costello 8.3
The Thomas Adams School,
Sixth Form and Boarding, Lowe Hill,
Wem, Shropshire, SY4 5UB
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