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20/11/24

Today eight Yr 10&11 pupils took part in the Twickenham Upon Thames Rotary Young Chef competition. Chef, Tom Rowlandson , Richmond Mayor, Cllr Richard Pyne & Rotary President, Grace Gibbs presented prizes 🥇Kenza,🥈Mila and 🥉Alishba & Honor pic.twitter.com/PtuvmjM25S— Waldegrave School () November 20, 2024

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20/11/24

Yesterday we held an introductory workshop to Devising with Complicite Theatre for Waldegrave & Grey Court School Y12 students Devising is where artists come together to create a performance without relying on a script pic.twitter.com/3aIVuJHoMt— Waldegrave School () November 20, 2024

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15/11/24

We are remembering the fallen today and honouring Armistice Day with reflection time, activities and a minute of silence pic.twitter.com/9QqF2cVI0C— Waldegrave School () November 15, 2024

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25/10/24

Today our Year 7 pupils are THINKING PINK!! They have swapped their uniform for pink to fundraise for breast cancer charities. 🩷 pic.twitter.com/w4i6JRefS5— Waldegrave School () October 25, 2024

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24/10/24

Our Year 10s are enjoying watching GCSE English syllabus text ‘An Inspector Calls’ presented by This experience will bring the play to life and be memorable for pupils when they come to write coursework and sit exams pic.twitter.com/u2tC5b2SyJ— Waldegrave School () October 24, 2024

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18/10/24

We have been Wearing Red for Show Racism the Red Card today and have already raised over £700 to support the cause. pic.twitter.com/dDHPz7SXDX— Waldegrave School () October 18, 2024

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04/10/24

Last Friday was National Teaching Assistants Day but at we celebrate how lucky we are to have such an incredible, dedicated team of TAs EVERY school day. Here’s a small selection of the 16 strong team who support in and out of the classroom all year round. pic.twitter.com/mw2BdU4lJ2— Waldegrave School () October 4, 2024

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04/10/24

Today we are holding a HUGE Coffee Morning to raise funds for Thank you to all our pupils for such an amazing array of sweet treats - thankfully there’s still some left to buy at lunchtime! pic.twitter.com/JSKWbsoZh1— Waldegrave School () October 4, 2024

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03/10/24

This week our pupils have been enjoying browsing and buying books at our book fair, held in the Green Room during breaks and lunchtimes. When students buy books they are helping to earn free books for our school library! pic.twitter.com/4NjQKiNuG6— Waldegrave School () October 3, 2024

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25/09/24

Have you ever considered becoming a trustee?If you have and want to find local opportunities, or you've not but want to find out more, head to the 's Trustee Recruitment Evening TOMORROW (Wednesday 25 September) 💼 Book for free here ⬇️https://t.co/aQPHscrP76 pic.twitter.com/VPJYvdDjfX— Richmond Council () September 24, 2024

25/09/24

Our Year 13s Geography students are enjoying some wonderful weather in Spain 😎 https://t.co/9hSB9apbYW— Waldegrave School () September 25, 2024

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25/09/24

Do you want to train to teach? Or do you know someone who does? Come along to the West London Teacher Training Alliance recruitment fair on Tuesday 8 October, 5.30-7.30pm at Sacred Heart High School, HammersmithBook your FREE place here https://t.co/OqLgQsXLyS pic.twitter.com/Bwwh2oUOnt— Waldegrave School () September 25, 2024

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24/09/24

Tickets are open to book now for the Sixth Form Open Evening taking place on Thursday 24 October. Don’t miss out - Reserve your slot in one of our three sessions taking place between 5-8pm.https://t.co/iFa7BS12Yg pic.twitter.com/dTgS1Ut8oO— Waldegrave School () September 24, 2024

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24/09/24

Morning classroom session has begun in Spain 📚Students are looking at the methodologies for the beach profile data they will collect before lunchtime. Great start! pic.twitter.com/B7qVW3tbQc— Miss Flanigan () September 24, 2024

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19/09/24

Two of our Year 7 classes are having a great day 💦splashing💦 about on the river with Thames Young Mariners in Ham. The other six classes will get their turn at kayaking & raft building next week pic.twitter.com/ULptsAGUzh— Waldegrave School () September 19, 2024

18/09/24

Waldegrave Sixth Form Open Evening - Thursday 24 OctoberTickets are available to book now! Y11s & their parents are invited to meet staff & current students and discover more about what Waldegrave Sixth Form has to offer.Book tickets: https://t.co/BBKeb6Kn4X— Waldegrave School () September 18, 2024

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18/09/24

After school clubs are back in full swing & pupils in Science Club were treated to an extra special guest this week, Delilah, a bird-eating tarantula 🕷️🕸️🕷️ The students also hunted the Waldegrave grounds to see which other creepy-crawlies they could find. pic.twitter.com/hiJERqCPgZ— Waldegrave School () September 18, 2024

08/07/24

Waldegrave School wishes Uma B good luck this evening at the grand final of Jack Petchey’s ‘Speak Out’ Challenge at the Cambridge Theatre#SpeakOut — Waldegrave School () July 8, 2024

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26/06/24

We’re delighted to announce the results of this year’s emagazine Close Reading Competition. Congratulations to the winners, runners-up & whole excellent shortlist! Read all about it here! https://t.co/F9QydgvUBk— English & Media Ctr () June 14, 2024

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21/06/24

Big thanks to for hosting an inspiring careers event! This collaboration underscores the value of school partnerships in guiding students' futures. Looking forward to more inspiring opportunities together! pic.twitter.com/D3A1YWsBzE— Waldegrave School () June 21, 2024

Leadership Team and Key Contacts

Staff & Partnerships

The school has a staff of 107 full and part time teachers, 20 technicians and curriculum support staff, 21 administrative staff and 3 premises staff. School lunches, grounds maintenance and cleaning are provided through competitive contracting. There is a strong commitment to training and professional development, and the work-life balance and well being of all staff.

The staff work in partnership with primary schools and post 16 providers, and have established links with teacher training institutions through our work as a Training Alliance. We are pleased to act as host for Richmond Music Trust activities on Saturday mornings and to be able to provide a rehearsal venue for the Richmond Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Richmond Youth Concert Band.

Waldegrave School became a National Support School (NSS) in July 2011. National Support Schools can support improvement in other schools and are invited to provide expert advice to ministers on future development strategies.

Staff Contact Information

The names of key contacts are given below. All staff can be contacted via info@waldegravesch.org email box or via the school office on 020 8894 3244.

To contact a specific Key Stage please email:  KS3@waldegravesch.org, KS4@waldegravesch.org or sixthform@waldegravesch.org.

Leadership Team

 
Headteacher Ms E Tongue

Deputy Headteacher 

Ms C Lane

Deputy Headteacher  Mr I Goulbourne

Director of Finance & Resources

Ms E Bloxham

Assistant Headteacher, Director of KS3

Mr P Greaves

Assistant Headteacher, Director of KS4

Mrs A Dhir

Assistant Headteacher, Director of KS5

Mr J Bannister

Assistant Headteacher, Director of Wellbeing (DSL)

Ms S Moore 

Assistant Headteacher, Director of Studies

Mr D Sharp

Associate Assistant Headteacher, Director of Inclusion & SENCO

Ms E Salsbury

Pastoral Care

 
Head of Year 7

Mrs J Bashford-Hynes

Head of Year 8

Mrs N Lyddon

Head of Year 9

Mrs O Mortimer

Head of Year 10

Mrs H Porteous

Head of Year 11

Ms M Rook

Head of Year 12

Mr C Stavrou

Head of Year 13

Ms N Sillwood
SENCO Ms E Salsbury

Heads of Subject

 

Art

Ms H Jamieson

Design Technology

Mrs N Davies

Drama

Ms C Clark

Economics & Politics

Mr J Montgomery

English

Ms C Hetherington / Mrs K Nowicki

Geography

Miss R Flanigan

History

Mr N Drew

Information Technology

Mrs J Green

Modern Languages

Ms T Robinson

Mathematics 

Ms S Dodd

Performing Arts

Ms C O'Brien

Physical Education

Ms E Astridge

Religious Education

Ms G Hanson

Science

Mr C Allen

Social Science

Ms M Buckley

Support Staff Contacts

 

Data/MIS Manager

Mr A Isted

Exams Officer

Ms S Fong

Finance Officer

Mrs S East / Ms R Borsotti

Headteacher's PA

Mrs K Bamford

HR Manager Mrs G Gildersleve

Head of IT

Mr C Keywood

KS Hub Manager Mrs K Denbury
Head of Premises Mrs A Mackintosh

Senior Caretaker

Mr D Cooper

Sixth Form Manager  Mrs N Evered

Sixth Form Student Officers

Mrs L Ridgley / Mrs A Bremner