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The Thomas Adams School
Lowe Hill, Wem, Shrewsbury SY4 5UB
The Thomas Adams School is a non-selective academy. It has about 1,230 boys and girls aged between 11 and 18. In September 2023 the school was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. The present school opened in 2020.
Particular strengths include Representation, Attendance, Admissions and Environment. Relative weaknesses include Sixth form, Disadvantaged pupils, Progress and Attainment.
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Representation: In balance. The socio-economic mix and ethnic representation are both in balance with the local community. Show details
Attendance: Above average. Pupil absence rates and the incidence of persistent absence are both quite low.
Admissions: Above average. The occupancy rate is quite low and the offer rate is roughly average. There is no compulsory entrance exam.
Environment: Above average. Air pollution and traffic accidents are roughly average, while crime is quite low.
Finances: About average. The school budget has been roughly in balance
Destinations: About average. The proportion of students going on to education or training at 16 is quite high, while at 18 (allowing for attainment) it is quite low. Show details
Attainment: Below average. Attainment at the ages of 16 and 18 are both below average. (This doesn't take into account pupils' prior performance. For that, see Progress.)
Progress: Below average. Up to age 16 it is poor, while at ages 16-18 it is about average. (This takes into account pupils' prior performance. For information about actual grades, see Attainment.)
Disadvantaged pupils: Below average. Progress up to age 16 is below average. Destinations at 16 are about average. Progress at 16-18 is below average. Destinations at 18 (allowing for attainment) are about average.
Sixth form: Below average. Attainment is below average, progress is about average and destinations at 18 (allowing for attainment) are below average.

Provision for special educational needs
 Social, emotional and mental health
Source: Department for Education. For full, up-to-date details, always ask a representative of the school.
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