“As far as possible , leaders design personalised pathways for pupils, especially at A level, through subject choices which match pupils’ aptitudes and interests.”

ISI, April 2025

Sixth form admissions

Our A Level provision is intended to give pupils an excellent platform from which to go on to higher education or employment.

Staff take time to invest deeply in each student. Flexible subject combinations, tutorial sized classes with highly experienced teachers, individualised learning and pastoral support along with the freedom to pursue individual interests within small group environments make Thames an ideal environment in which to study A levels.

With 39% of A level grades at A*/A and 85% at A*/C, our 2025 leavers’ destinations included: Exeter, Bath, Cardiff, Swansea, Manchester, Sheffield, Surrey, Essex, Kingston, Nottingham Trent and Goldsmiths along with City & Guilds Art School. Degree subjects include Architecture, Engineering, Product Design, Biomedical Sciences, Accounting & Finance, Psychology, Public Health and Human Geography.

Art and 3D Design were particularly strong with 90% of grades at A*/A and a number of students receiving unconditional university offers. The crossover between Maths, Physics and 3D Design has been a highly successful combination for prospective engineers.

More details can be found here.

Our new purpose built facility next to Clapham Junction station has been designed with A levels in mind. Sixth Form students benefit from a common room, a quiet study room and separate seminar rooms along with the extensive specialist facilities for science, art, design technology, music and drama. On sunny days they are able to study or socialise on the rooftop courtyard.

  • To apply for the Thames Sixth Form please complete and return the application form contained within the prospectus pack together with:

    • Your most recent school report including GCSE grade predictions
    • Registration fee of £150
    • Passport sized photo
    • A copy of the applicant’s birth certificate
    • Any additional information you would like us to consider

    Applicants will sit an assessment and will require a reference from their current school. They will then attend an interview where their subject choices, interests and aspirations will be discussed.

    Thames is a mainstream school with recognised provision for a small number of pupils with mild Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or dyscalculia. Pupils are expected to complete an A level curriculum and expectations of behaviour and personal responsibility are high. If your child has Special Educational Need or a disability you may make an appointment for an informal discussion with the SENDCo to discuss your child’s needs and any reasonable adjustments they may require. The school is unable to provide for pupils who require an alternative curriculum.

    All applications are handled in complete confidence and the decision of our Head is final. The school is not obliged to state reasons for rejection of an applicant. For further information please call the school on 020 7228 3933.

  • Fees for the academic year 2025/2026 are £10,296 per term inclusive of VAT. Fees may be paid in advance, termly or monthly by direct debit. When considering value parents should consider that Thames offers:

    • Exceptional staff retention

    • Genuinely tutorial sized classes at A level ensuring a tailored approach to meet individual needs and aspirations

    • A broad and highly flexible curriculum that allows pupils to pursue the A level subjects that are most important to them

    • Outstanding pastoral care underpinned by the school’s ethos

    • Award winning facilities with state of the art science laboratories, art rooms, STEM workshops and theatrical performance spaces

    • No additional charges for public exam fees, textbooks, co-curricular clubs, theatre trips, entry to competitions or compulsory trips and field studies.

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  • If you would like to find out more about our Sixth Form, we are holding an Open Evening on Thursday 18 September 2025 7pm-8.30pm. Parents and students will learn about our Sixth Form culture, the A Level subjects offered, our wider curriculum and have the opportunity to see round our specialist facilities.

    If you are looking for late entry into our current Year 12 please contact us to make an individual appointment to see round the school by calling the office on 020 7228 3933 or emailing admissions@thameschristianschool.org.uk

“A ‘life skills’ program helps prepare pupils for adult life. For example, pupils in the sixth form engage in cookery classes as part of their preparation for life at university. Pupils consider diverse cultural perspectives. Pupils are highly engaged to see the value of learning about aspects of life that will help them in the future.”

ISI, April 2025