We have had very positive experiences with Thames Christian School. My first child attended for years 8-11, after a not so successful year in another independent school. Was very happy and thrived at Thames, going on to sixth form with a fantastic set of skills, and has just graduated from University with a job in the relevant field. Competed in sports at regional level and reached national level competitions in all four years with Thames.
My second child did years 7-11 at Thames, achieved 12 GCSEs with grades that match highest cohorts in local highly selective schools. Prep school suggested very selective schools but child (and I) loved Thames and we knew the staff would ensure full potential was reached. Number 2 did try a different school for sixth form, but it was not successful and subsequently returned to Thames where the new sixth form matches the superb standards of the whole school. Opportunities for number 2 have included regional level sports, poems and short stories published in books, Bronze, Silver and Gold DofE, Crest science awards, etc.
The school has a fantastic cohort, boys and girls from different ethnic backgrounds, religions, and a range of abilities. The school is very academic, rigorous, nurturing, supportive and caters for different learners very well. The teachers are excellent. I work in education and go into different schools frequently. I have every confidence in TCS and they have been amazing with my children.
Super art and design facilities, science labs, strong music, drama, languages, etc. Teachers do well at finding students talents and nurturing them.
The school has a family atmosphere with students making friends across years as well as within year. My older child still sees TCS friends. My younger has a solid group of friends too.