Sir Thomas Rich's School
URN: 136306 • Gloucester GL2 0LF
Overview
- Name
- Sir Thomas Rich's School
- URN
- 136306
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- SIR THOMAS RICH'S SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Lynch (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01452338400
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Oakleaze, Gloucester GL2 0LF
Summary
Sir Thomas Rich's School is a boys' secondary academy located in Gloucester, with a current enrolment of 1,249 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,150. Established in 1666, the school is known for its academic selectivity and commitment to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of personal development, character building, and the pursuit of excellence both academically and in extracurricular activities.
The curriculum is designed to encourage intellectual curiosity and resilience, preparing students for future challenges, including university and the workplace. The school prides itself on its strong pastoral care, ensuring that each student is known as an individual and supported throughout their educational journey. The community spirit is reinforced through traditions, such as formal assemblies and House competitions, which promote teamwork and respect among students.
Sir Thomas Rich's School also offers a vibrant coeducational Sixth Form, providing a range of opportunities for personal growth and academic achievement. The school motto, "Garde Ta Foy" (Keep the Faith), reflects its commitment to instilling values of kindness, support, and pride in one's identity as a Richian.
The curriculum is designed to encourage intellectual curiosity and resilience, preparing students for future challenges, including university and the workplace. The school prides itself on its strong pastoral care, ensuring that each student is known as an individual and supported throughout their educational journey. The community spirit is reinforced through traditions, such as formal assemblies and House competitions, which promote teamwork and respect among students.
Sir Thomas Rich's School also offers a vibrant coeducational Sixth Form, providing a range of opportunities for personal growth and academic achievement. The school motto, "Garde Ta Foy" (Keep the Faith), reflects its commitment to instilling values of kindness, support, and pride in one's identity as a Richian.
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- Year 7 View information for Year 7 admissions (other)
- Key Information Including term dates, letters home, uniform, catering, financial and pastoral support, transport and more (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Crypt School (77.7)
- High School for Girls (70.2)
- Sir Thomas Rich's School (70.2)
- Denmark Road High School (66.6)
- Churchdown School (65.8)
Key details
- LA
- Gloucestershire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- SIR THOMAS RICH'S SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1150
- Pupils
- 1249
- Boys
- 1091
- Girls
- 158
- FSM %
- 4.80
- Open date
- 2010-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Gloucestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1249 | 1091 | 158 | 1150 | 4.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1268 | 1084 | 184 | 962 | 4.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1154 | 1025 | 129 | 962 | 4.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1154 | 1025 | 129 | 962 | 4.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1098 | 967 | 131 | 962 | 4.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1067 | 936 | 131 | 962 | 3.50 |
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