Welcome

from Thomas Paine Sixth Form Prospectus

Travelling to Sixth Form

Our sixth form is an exciting and engaging place to study: a step up from the challenges of GCSE but with all the familiarity and support of a high school environment.

We pride ourselves on our personalised approach and pastoral care – our students are part of a tight-knit community. Our experienced staff will support you every step of the way, with expert teaching, support and encouragement, and a shared passion for helping you succeed.

Thomas Paine Sixth Form is a fantastic bridge into the world of work or further study at university. We are ambitious for our students and our careers programme will help you get where you want to go. We go beyond academic qualifications and seek to develop your life skills. We will challenge you and give you responsibility, through our students’ union, societies, and work experience programme.

Michael Fordham Principal

We offer both A-Level and Vocational Courses, covering a wide range of subjects, that open up lots of opportunities for employment and further study. We want our students to be the next generation of leaders who inspire others in whichever profession or pathway you choose for your future.

At Thomas Paine Sixth Form, we focus on academic progress and achievement, personal development, and well-being and have high aspirations for your future. During your sixth form journey you will be provided with excellent academic and pastoral guidance. We will support and challenge you to aim high and our committed staff are always available to empower you to achieve your goals.

I look forward to meeting you and working with you during your time at Thomas Paine.

Helen Head

Helen Thomas-Jones Head of Sixth Form

Our Vision

Our vision is that every student can succeed, both in their academic outcomes and as a confident and positive member of our local, national, and global communities.

We want our students to be the next generation of leaders, who inspire others in whichever profession or pathway they choose for their future. We achieve this by ensuring that everyone commits to making outstanding progress, enjoys and engages in their learning, and are prepared to take on challenges without the fear of failure.

Our broad academic curriculum is supported by a range of extra-curricular enrichment, including visits in the UK and abroad, participation in music and art events, a wide selection of sporting activities and opportunities to develop leadership skills.

Whilst we have high expectations of all our students, we make sure they receive the personalised support they need to develop academically and as a young adult. We are committed to ensuring that our students are recognised as individuals and receive the pastoral care they need to thrive both academically and as a person.

Thomas Paine Sixth Form aims to empower aspiration and achievement for all students. We promote the value of self, others and learning environment through PRIDE: