Sir Thomas Fremantle School is a school which has at its heart an ethos that thrives on trust and mutual respect. It is a forgiving, secure and inspirational place which promotes confidence, humility and success.

We are a school with an innovative, intellectually challenging curriculum where:

• Excellence is central to teaching and learning
• It is a pleasure to teach and learn
• Every student’s needs are understood and catered for
• Young people are known as individuals
• Students are encouraged to take responsibility and develop as young leaders
• All aspects of development are encouraged: intellectual, physical, creative, moral, spiritual, emotional, social, cultural
• Students’ positive experiences of school extend into their adult lives
• Behaviour is characterised by respect for others and the environment
• The staff are supported through continuing professional development
• Parents and local residents are welcomed as partners in learning
• Horizons and global awareness are broadened through national and international partnerships

We aim to be a school where our students:

• Have high aspirations and outstanding teaching leading to academic success
• Receive exceptional pastoral care and support for the individual
• Receive a broad, independent curriculum which includes:
  • Benefit from a strong emphasis on the core subjects
  • Are all able to study modern foreign languages
  • Complete extended projects and community projects
  • Take part in educational trips and visits
  • Competitive sport and physical activities
  • Have leadership opportunities
  • Have a target of achieving GCSE 4-9 passes in English, Mathematics, two sciences, a modern foreign language and either History or Geography)
• Have a clear sense of community and parental involvement within the school
• Benefit from a focus on small class sizes
• Have access to a broad range of extra-curricular activities
• Learn in a highly disciplined and well-mannered atmosphere