Our student across the whole ability range prove to themselves time and again that there are no limits to what they can achieve. We recognise and celebrate the different strengths and interests of all our students, and we do not compare them.
Our goal is to help every learner achieve their best and to fulfil their own personal potential. We are a forward-thinking modern school with a rich, 100 year history. We value creativity, tolerance, empathy, resilience and intellectual curiosity.
The curriculum is broad and creative and lessons are not constrained by public examination specifications. By seizing opportunities to find their intellectual passions in a supportive, collaborative environment, our students acquire the confidence to take risks, to play with ideas and to let their voices be heard. Throughout Years 7-9, the curriculum is stimulating and exciting, and aims to introduce students to a broad range of subjects so they can find their passions.
For Years 10 and 11, students study either nine or ten GCSEs, depending on preferences. All students take Maths, English Language and some also take Literature and Double Award Science GCSEs. Beyond these stipulations, any combination of subjects is possible. Students are strongly encouraged to continue to pursue a wide range of extracurricular activities, in order to maintain breadth and balance in their lives.
4 of the following option subjects may be chosen at Key Stage 4 for GCSE. Each of which will be taught for 4 lessons each week:
For the highest academic achievers, we welcome applications into our THS Grammar Plus programme – the independent alternative to grammar school. Find out more about THS Grammar Plus here.
Small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratios 
ISA National Award for Excellence & Innovation for Senior Provision
ISA Award for Pupils’ Mental Health and Wellbeing 
Wide and diverse choice of GCSE Options 
Extensive Enrichment Programme