The Sixth Form truly felt like a tightly knit community and not just between the students but also the teachers who always made sure to have positive, friendly interactions with all students. I count the two years of Sixth Form as some of the best times in my life and the memories made, skills learnt, and opportunities seized are all things which I will carry with me for the rest of my life

The thing I enjoyed most about sixth form lessons was how comfortable I felt sharing my thoughts and answering/asking questions in lessons as our classes were always very close, which helped grow my confidence in my own knowledge.

The amazing Sixth Form team is always willing to help with anything. Thomas Paine has the best teachers who know everything beyond the curriculum and are always helping you develop your knowledge beyond A Level exams

The Sixth Form, due to its small size, allowed for everyone to know each other and become friends. The whole Sixth Form was very friendly and allowed for an enjoyable experience. It felt a lot better than high school as everyone was like-minded and enjoyed their experience. It has a real community feel and everyone was welcoming.

“I gained a lot from my time at the Sixth Form but going on to university has changed my life. I have been eager to share that experience with Thetford students to convey how capable they are of achieving their goals. The SU tested my critical thinking, social skills and personal skills every day. I had to believe in myself and my ability to work collaboratively; the experience has stayed with me and helped throughout my university journey.”

“ The friends and memories I made in sixth form are unforgettable. Sixth form makes you feel more independent but in a good way when your responsibilities do not get too pressuring.The amount of support, both mental and academic, I received was amazing. I always felt comfortable asking my teachers for help and they never rejected me. I started to become more confident in my learning abilities, scientific and mathematical skills. Sixth form helped me to identify my weaknesses and how to work on them.”

“During my time in sixth form I was able to represent the school on numerous occasions and visits to other schools/universities. The freedom and control everyone was given at the sixth form improved the dynamic of the school completely. The fact that teachers, sixth form staff and students all respectfully interacted as peers, allowed for us to learn and grow as individuals, and also help run the sixth form in a way that worked best for us.”