Head of Learning Support and SENCo

Thomas Mills High School is a mainstream, co-educational, non-denominational, secondary academy for children aged 11-18. It is situated in Framlingham in Suffolk and there are 1,140 pupils on its roll.

Thomas Mills High School is one of the country’s highest performing schools with a reputation for excellence.

The original school was founded in 1751 and has been known by a few different names since. Thomas Mills High School was established in its current form in 1979. It is named after a local wealthy businessman, who was the benefactor of the original school back in the 1700s and was a respected member of the Baptist community in Framlingham.

Headteacher

Mr Philip Hurst

Values and vision

Thomas Mills High School has high expectations of its pupils. It provides highly qualified staff who deliver excellent teaching and learning, allowing children to make the most of their abilities.

The school believes that the best learning is done in a calm, purposeful and self-disciplined atmosphere. The school ethos is shaped by its Charter of Values, which blends traditional values with innovation.

Thomas Mills is an exceptional school. Effective monitoring of teaching ensures excellent learning which has resulted in outstanding outcomes.  Excellent progress is achieved in all stages.

Pupils progress to a range of destinations from university (including over 19 students to Oxbridge over the past five years), college, training, or employment.