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# Waldegrave School

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## News

- [News](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/news/) - More of the news from Waldegrave School can be found here, including in-school events and exciting opportunities for pupils.
- [Waldegrave pupil nominated for Diversity Award](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/06/19/waldegrave-pupil-nominated-for-diversity-award/) - By Tamira R, 10SSR During the May half term, I was incredibly grateful to be nominated as part of the Kingston and Richmond Youth Council entry in the Inclusion and Diversity category for the London Youth Achievement Awards at City Hall in London. Attending the event was a privilege, especially to be surrounded by so
- [Y12 Theatre review: The P is for Perfect](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/06/18/y12-theatre-review-the-p-is-for-perfect/) - A student’s view on the Year 12 English and Drama trip to The P Word by Waleed Aktar at the Bush Theatre By Emily H, 12AMZ To call this play an emotional rollercoaster feels inadequate for the true range of emotions it conveys. From the highs of first love to the lows of family trauma,
- [Myth & Voice Storytelling Workshop with Royal Holloway University](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/06/15/myth-voice-storytelling-workshop-with-royal-holloway-university/) - On Thursday 11 June we were very lucky to be offered a Myth & Voice Storytelling Workshop with Dr Efi Spentzou from Royal Holloway University. A group of KS3 students explored a 4,000-year-old Minoan Greek painting as a visual stimulus for creative storytelling. Working collaboratively, they carefully observed the details, characters, colours, and actions shown
- [Pupils learn about climate adaptation in support of River Crane](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/06/15/pupils-learn-about-climate-adaptation-in-support-of-river-crane/) - Pupils at Waldegrave School have partnered with the 'Friends of Meadway Orchard' this year as part of ongoing work by the River Crane Smarter Water Catchment initiative. Hosted by 'Let’s Go Outside and Learn', who have an annual engagement programme for schools to involve young people in the initiative, pupils took part in a practical
- [Waldegrave win big at LYG Jr NBA 3v3 Regionals](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/05/19/4128/) - Our incredible 3v3 Basketball Team recently took part in the London Youth Games Junior NBA 3v3 Regional Finals. The games took place at Crystal Palace on Tuesday 12 May with the team winning all four of their games early in the day and putting them into the play offs for the London Secondary School Finals.
- [Farewell to Years 11 and 13!](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/05/08/farewell-to-years-11-and-13/) - This week we have said goodbye to our Year 11 and Year 13 pupils all of whom will begin their exams in earnest from next week (if they haven't already!). On Tuesday we enjoyed a fabulous parade of costumes, in an annual Waldegrave School tradition, for the Year 11 Dress Up Day. The pupils came
- [FOW Quiz and Curry Night pays off](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/04/30/fow-quiz-and-curry-night-pays-off/) - Last Friday night, the school hall was a buzz with the return of the Friends of Waldegrave Quiz and Curry Night. A large number of teams battled their wits for the top place over the course of a few hours. Some teams arrived ready formed, others were made up on the night as parents from
- [Students elected to Kingston and Richmond Youth Council](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/04/30/students-elected-to-kingston-and-richmond-youth-council/) - During March the Kingston and Richmond Youth Council ran elections across the borough with nearly 150 pupils in Richmond competing for a role on the Youth Council. The votes were open from 1 to 31 March, with Waldegrave pupils encouraged to cast their votes with reminders during tutor times. Six Waldegrave pupils from Year 9,
- [Uniform - Stevenson's Summer Shopping Appointments](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/04/20/uniform-stevensons-summer-shopping-appointments/) - Summer appointments are available to book online for Stevensons' Twickenham branch to refresh your uniform ahead of next academic year. These are particularly valuable for new starters who may need to try multiple sizes to get the correct fit. Uniform plays a vital role in reflecting the values and identity of our school community. It
- [A 10 gold medal haul at Richmond Swimming Gala!](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/03/02/a-10-gold-medal-haul-at-richmond-swimming-gala/) - On Friday 6 February twenty of our pupils took part in the Richmond Swimming Championships held at Lady Eleanor Holles School. Pupils competed against local schools in the borough and brought home the following gold medals: Year 9 50 meters freestyle - Emilia G, 9EDA Year 9 50 meters breaststroke - Belle D, 9STR Year
- [Pupil's radio drama now available online](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/02/25/pupils-radio-drama-now-available-online/) - Last Year Waldegrave Pupil Ela U, 9SHU, got the incredible news that she had won the Young Writers’ Radio Drama competition with drama company Complicite. This competition inspired young writers to create their own radio plays which were then reviewed and two winning scripts were selected to be made into radio plays. Ela was in
- [International Women's Day](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/03/09/international-womens-day/) - At Waldegrave we marked International Women's Day with tutor time activities created by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion student committee. International Women's Day is celebrated on 8 March, commemorating women's fight for equality and liberation along with the women's rights movement. International Women's Day gives focus to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and
- [Waldegrave celebrates World Book Day 2026](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/03/05/waldegrave-celebrates-world-book-day-2026/) - 2026 is the National Year of Reading, making this year's World Book Day even more special. At Waldegrave we promote reading through our Book Champions who this year have set reading challenges across the school, shared book reviews and created shortlists of brilliant books to read with their year groups. You can read more about
- [New e-Library service launched](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/02/06/new-elibrary-service-launched/) - This week our Library launched a new digital library service to compliment the physical books already available to all students. Sora is an online library where Waldegrave pupils can access ebooks and audio books via their chromebooks or other devices via the Sora app. There is a huge range of titles available from comics and
- [February specials in the canteen](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/02/06/february-specials-in-the-canteen/) - This February we have some very exciting menus coming up from pancakes ahead of Shrove Tuesday, special bakes for Valentine's Day, a variety of options for Chinese New Year as well as Iftar Take Away Packs for those celebrating Ramadan. This year Shrove Tuesday, or Pancake Day as it is now more commonly called, falls
- [Waldegrave selected for National Portrait Gallery project](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/02/13/3737/) - Today we have welcomed a group of photographers from the National Portrait Gallery (NPG) into school to work with a selected group of 25 students from Year 10. We are one of only four schools working with the National Portrait Gallery on a special photography programme for Year 10 students in 2025-26, funded by the
- [Leavers Live Lounge coming soon](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/02/06/leavers-live-lounge-coming-soon/) - On Thursday 12 February our incredible music students will be performing once again in the Live Lounge concert. This term we will have a majority of Year 11 and Year 13 pupils performing pieces ahead of their exams alongside our fantastic pupil and staff house band. Thirty-six of our pupils will be taking the stage
- [Waldegrave becomes a Disability Confident Employer](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/02/23/waldegrave-becomes-a-disability-confident-employer/) - Waldegrave School has started it's journey to become a more disability inclusive employer, joining a network of employers who have started their Disability Confident journey, creating a movement of change, thinking differently about disability, and taking action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. At Waldegrave it is our vision for every
- [Pupils take on Physics Challenge](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/03/02/pupils-take-on-physics-challenge/) - On Friday six of our Year 11 students chose to take part in the Intermediate Physics Challenge, alongside roughly 6,000 pupils across the country. This international physics competition is organised by Oxford University and is a traditional paper based problem solving challenge open to all Year 11 students studying at GCSE level. The paper includes
- [Welcome Back and Happy New Year!](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/01/05/welcome-back/) - Welcome back to school for the Spring Term! We have plenty to look forward to in 2026, from international trips, visiting speakers and sports fixtures. The upcoming ski trip to Italy at the start of the Easter break has already got pupils buzzing with excitement, while this week we have theatre trips to Wicked at
- [Welcome Back](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/09/02/news-post-title-placed-here-2nd-line-optional-2/) - We look forward to welcoming everyone back in September.
- [Exciting new menu!](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/09/10/exciting-new-menu/) - Watch the new video from our catering team about what is on offer this term!
- [Bake-tastic fundraiser for Macmillan Cancer Support](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/10/06/bake-tastic-fundraiser-for-macmillan-cancer-support/) - We had a simply bun-derful bake sale in support of Macmillan Cancer Support on Friday 3 October. Pupils volunteered to bake at home and brought cakes, donuts, cake-pops, muffins, biscuits and much, much more to sell at our Macmillan Coffee Morning. Pupils and staff enjoyed their fill while contributing to this fantastic cause. We raised
- [Year 11 complete Silver Duke of Edinburgh Expedition](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/10/08/year-11-complete-silver-duke-of-edinburgh-expedition/) - On 3 October, 61 Year 11 students set off into the rain in the New Forest for their Silver Duke of Edinburgh Challenge. For this part of the award they must complete a three day, 2 night expedition that includes planning, training for, and undertaking the journey. The pupils had lovely dry weather for their
- [International Walk to School Month](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/10/14/international-walk-to-school-month/) - October is International Walk to School Month, organised in the UK by walking charity Living Streets, when pupils around the globe celebrate the joys of walking and wheeling to school. At Waldegrave pupils in Year 8 and 9 have been getting involved in Richmond Council’s environmental project: Our Air, Our Action. As part of this
- [First Drop Down Day of the School Year!](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/10/17/first-drop-down-day-of-the-school-year/) - At Waldegrave we hold an off timetable day twice each year, once in the Autumn and once in the Summer Terms. This day offers pupils a change to try fun and inspiring activities away from the usual school routine. Our Year 7 pupils who are fresh to the experience of Drop Down Day got an
- [Entries open for Arts Richmond Young Writers Festival](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/10/20/entries-open-for-arts-richmond-young-writers-festival/) - At Waldegrave we encourage pupils to enter Arts Richmond Young Writers Festival with a short story, poem or journalistic piece. The competition is open to all young people who either live or attend schools or clubs in the London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames and it is a chance to demonstrate excellent writing skills. Entries
- [Eco committee kick off with a day of practical conservation in Kneller Gardners](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/10/24/eco-committee-kick-off-with-a-day-of-practical-conservation-in-kneller-gardners/) - Our Eco Committee, one of the committees of the School Council, kicked off their activities for the year with a day of practical conservation and a creative workshop. They were very lucky to have the day organised by Lets Go Outside and Learn, a community interest company who promote wellbeing through access to green space,
- [Exciting new menus in our canteen this half-term!](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/11/06/exciting-new-menus-in-our-canteen-this-half-term/) - There’s lots to look forward to on the menu for students this second half of the Autumn term! Our caterers have refreshed the school restaurant offer to bring warm, hearty meals for the colder months, alongside fresh, lighter options — all designed to give students variety, balance, and great taste every day. The new winter
- [My Fair Lady - Tickets out now!](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/11/17/my-fair-lady-tickets-out-now/) - Roll up, roll up... Get your tickets to the greatest show in Twickenham! Waldegrave's Performing Arts Department presents 'My Fair Lady' with performances next week Monday 24 to Wednesday 26 November at 7pm in our School Hall. We have over 80 pupils from Years 7-13 involved in the production who have been busy rehearsing
- [Christmas Tree Sale with Friends of Waldegrave](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/11/18/christmas-tree-sale-with-friends-of-waldegrave/) - As Christmas creeps ever closer - it's only five weeks away - get your Christmas Tree ticked off your to do list by heading to ParentPay and ordering your tree from us today! Friends of Waldegrave, our parent and teacher led charity, are offering premium grade, non-drop Nordmann Firs in a variety of sizes at
- [Snapshots of the Wild: Waldegrave Photography Competition Winners](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/11/24/snapshots-of-the-wild-waldegrave-photography-competition/) - This term Waldegrave ran our second Wildlife Photography Competition, following the huge success of the inaugural photography challenge last year. Students from every year group were invited to step into the world of nature photography, with the aim of inspiring students to explore the natural world around them, develop new creative skills, and celebrate the
- [Waldegrave pupils wow in Scout Band](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/11/28/waldegrave-pupils-wow-in-scout-band/) - On Tuesday 25 November Waldegrave pupils Jessica S, Dakshina AP and Hannah A stepped on to the stage at the Greater London South West Jack Petchey Awards as part of the 2nd Teddington Scout Band. They were invited to play at the event in The King's Centre, Chessington, after the success of their performance at
- [100 days of Art for Young Minds](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/11/28/100-days-of-art-for-young-minds/) - Waldegrave pupil, Ayden, is currently on day 73 of a 100 day art challenge which will end on Christmas Day. They hope to raise £700 for local youth support charity, Off the Record, who provide free drop in advice and counselling services. Every day since Tuesday 16 September Ayden has produced a piece of art
- [Jack Petchey winners celebrated](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/01/09/jack-petchey-winners-celebrated/) - We have seen a number of students granted Jack Petchey Achievement Awards. The winners are all young people who have been nominated for going above and beyond to achieve - perhaps where others might fail. We are incredibly proud of you all. Annie B, 8SON was nominated by her English teacher, Ms Ansel, who spoke
- [Book Champions announce reading challenge winners](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2026/01/08/book-champions-announce-reading-challenge-winners/) - Last term students from Years 7 to 13 volunteered to take on the challenge of boosting reading across the school by introducing competitions, recommending their favourite books and even hosting a popular book swap event for our Year 7s! Following the Autumn half-term our Book Champions got busy recording the number of books being read
- [Visit our Interactive Map](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/08/15/visit-our-interactive-map/) - Explore our school with our new interactive map. You will be able to virtually walk through the entrance and then choose spaces to look around such as our performing arts block, DT facilities, art rooms, science and sports hall. Enjoy!
- [Waldegrave students excel with record breaking GCSE results](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/08/21/waldegrave-students-excel-with-record-breaking-gcse-results/) - Waldegrave is delighted to announce exceptional GCSE results today, our best ever GCSE results. The students’ success in achieving such impressive results is testament to their hard work together with the exceptional teaching and pastoral care the school offers its students. 94% of students achieved at least 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths at grade
- [Waldegrave students celebrate exceptional A-level results](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/08/15/waldegrave-students-celebrate-exceptional-a-level-results/) - Congratulations to Waldegrave A-level students who have again obtained excellent results across all subjects. Of all grades awarded, 11% of these were A*, 42% A*/A and 78% A*-B. 20% of students achieved three A grades or above. Commenting on the results Ms Tongue, Headteacher at Waldegrave School, said “I am so happy to see the
- [Fingers Crossed for Exam Results](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/04/02/news-post-title-placed-here-2nd-line-optional/) - So much hard work has gone into exams by staff and students. Good luck for exam results day.
- [Geek Girl Series 2](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/2025/04/02/news-post-title-placed-here-2nd-line-optional-1/) - We are delighted to host Netflix on site again as they film the second series of Geek Girl. Watch this space for the release date.

## Pages

- [WELCOME To <span>waldegrave</span>](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/) - Waldegrave has much to offer young adults of the future. We set high standards of behaviour and have high expectations of all of our students.
- [Religion, Philosophy and Ethics](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/religious-philosophy-ethics/) - ‘I cannot teach anybody anything, I can only make them think’ Socrates
- [Science](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/science/) - The school’s vision is modelled in the Science curriculum.
- [New Classroom Block](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/facilities-and-lettings/new-classroom-block/) - During 2025/26 we plan to build a new classroom block to replace the old RE portacabin. This new block will house four classrooms, small intervention rooms, a premises office, as well as having storage & a small staff office.
- [Financial Reporting](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/financial-reporting/) - Please click here for more on financial reporting.
- [Remote Learning](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/information/remote-learning/) - Staff are asked to upload lesson resources wherever possible to the relevant google classroom. Should school be closed for a period of time learning would be accessed remotely via the google classroom, either in the form of resource sharing or as a google meet depending on the circumstances.
- [Weekly School Bulletins](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/news/weekly-school-bulletins/) - Keep up-to-date with everything happening at Waldegrave School through our Weekly School Bulletins.
- [Book Recommendations & reviews](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/literacy/book-champions-recommendations-reviews/) - Our Book Champions team promote reading across the school. They have made book recommendations to inspire their Year groups, as well as write regular book reviews.
- [Letters Home](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/information/letters-home/) - Please click here for everything on letters home.
- [KS3/4 Presentations](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/ks3-4-presentations/) - Please click on the links below to view the presentations from our Information events:
- [Open Mornings](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/admissions/open-mornings/) - Our Open Morning tours and presentation for Year 5 and 6 parents/carers are now available for booking.
- [Leadership Team & Staff](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/leadership-team-staff/) - Our school community is shaped by a committed and skilled team of professionals who work tirelessly to support the academic progress, personal development, and well-being of every pupil.
- [Wellbeing in Sixth Form](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/sixth-form/wellbeing-in-sixth-form/) - Wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at Waldegrave Sixth Form.
- [Sixth Form Curriculum](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-curriculum/) - Waldegrave Sixth Form offers the following subjects. Below is a series of videos providing an introduction to the A Level courses we offer.
- [Life in our Sixth Form](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/sixth-form/life-our-sixth-form/) - Life at Waldegrave Sixth Form is enjoyable, purposeful and exciting.Life at Waldegrave Sixth Form is enjoyable, purposeful and exciting. The wealth of opportunities on offer, both inside and outside the classroom, will enable you to fulfill your potential and flourish. For a glimpse into life in the Sixth Form, please watch the video linked below and read the guide also found below. Both of
- [Assessment & Reporting](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/assessment-reporting/) - Waldegrave reports the assessment of student performance and progress to parents/carers twice a year.
- [Admissions](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/admissions/) - Published Admissions Number [PAN]
- [Applications](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/sixth-form/applications/) - Our vision is to ensure you enjoy a love of learning, achieve your aspirations and are empowered to become the leaders of, and contributors to, a better society.
- [Sixth Form Presentations](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-presentations/) - We understand that collaboration between the school and parents / carers is vital in ensuring that your daughters / sons enjoy their Sixth Form experience and go on to achieve their full potential.
- [Friends of Waldegrave](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/friendsofwaldegrave/) - Welcome to all parents and carers. The Friends of Waldegrave is a great way to make friends, meet other parents and support this fantastic school.
- [Music](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/music/) - “Creativity comes from the freedom to fail. And freedom to fail comes from experimentation, and that's what gives something its individuality.” — Peter Gabriel
- [Individual Music Lessons](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/music/individual-music-lessons/) - Waldegrave School Music Department offers a range of individual singing and instrumental lessons, including piano, strings, brass and woodwind. Read more here.
- [Sixth Form Open Evening](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/admissions/sixth-form-open-evening/) - Our next Sixth Form Open Evening is on Wednesday 22 October 2025. Further details will follow can be found on our applications page
- [Life in KS3 & KS4](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/life-ks3-ks4/) - More on life in KS3 & KS4 can be found here.
- [School Catering](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/information/school-catering/) - Waldegrave has been proudly partnered with Impact Food Group since 2016 - delivering high-quality, nutritious and delicious school meals under its Cucina brand.
- [Magazines](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/news/magazines/) - Our termly School Magazine is a vibrant celebration of life at Waldegrave, capturing the diverse experiences and achievements of students across all year groups.Our termly School Magazine is a vibrant celebration of life at Waldegrave, capturing the diverse experiences and achievements of students across all year groups. Published at the end of each term, it highlights academic achievements, extracurricular activities, sporting news, and inspiring student stories. Each issue also features photos and write-ups from a wide range of
- [Book Champions](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/literacy/book-champions/) - Reading Matters at Waldegrave which is why we have a select group of student volunteers making up our Book Champions team. Each year group from Year 7 to Year 13 has their own Book Champions who run student led-initiatives to promote reading across the school, including reading challenges and book swaps. Our Book Champions also
- [Governors](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/governors/) - The Waldegrave School Governing Body comprises members of the local school community who work in partnership with the Headteacher to shape the school's strategic direction and oversee the allocation of its budget
- [Literacy](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/literacy/) - At Waldegrave School, we aim to help students be successful in their future, whatever path they take.
- [Policies](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/policies/) - Please click here for policies.
- [Working at Waldegrave](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/working-at-waldegrave/) - At Waldegrave School, we are proud of our reputation as a high-achieving, inclusive and supportive secondary school.At Waldegrave School, we are proud of our reputation as a high-achieving, inclusive and supportive secondary school. We believe that our staff are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a positive and collaborative working environment where every member of the team feels valued and supported. Whether you are an experienced educator or
- [Curriculum](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/) - The curriculum at Waldegrave is underpinned by our three values: Enjoy, Achieve, Empower.
- [Curriculum Guides by Year](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/curriculum-guides-by-year/) - Please find the curriculum guides by year here.
- [Training Bursaries And Scholarships](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/working-at-waldegrave/waldegrave-training-alliance/training-bursaries-and-scholarships/) - Bursaries and scholarships are available to trainees on tuition fee-based teacher training courses in England that lead to the award of qualified teacher status (QTS).
- [Teaching Internship Programme](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/working-at-waldegrave/waldegrave-training-alliance/teaching-internship-programme/) - Waldegrave Teaching Alliance in partnership with Orleans Park School and Turing House School is offering a paid 3-week summer teaching internship for undergraduate or Master's students, focusing on STEM and language subjects. The internship programme will provide classroom experience to help prospective teachers decide if they want to pursue a career in teaching. The internship
- [Extra-Curricular](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/extra-curricular/) - After School Activities. Please see our enrichment timetable below for regular weekly sessions before and after school.
- [Photography](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/photography/) - ‘The ultimate purpose of economics is to understand and promote the enhancement of wellbeing’ - Ben Bernanke
- [Geography](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/geography/) - Geography at Waldegrave is challenging, motivating and relevant. Our geographers are encouraged to think about global issues across a range of geographical scales
- [Music](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/music/) - Waldegrave School Music department is committed to providing all students with a full range of opportunities at all levels.
- [Parent/Carer Pledge](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/information/parent-carer-pledge/) - At Waldegrave our students are encouraged to become confident and responsible young people.
- [Term Dates](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/information/term-dates/) - Please click here for our term dates.
- [Contact Us](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/contact-us/) - A paper copy of the information on our website can be provided free of charge.
- [Report an absence](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/contact-us/report-an-absence/) - Contact us by 8.30am on the day your child will be absent from school. You can call the school, send an email to your Key Stage Hub or use the StudyBugs app.
- [Aims & Visions](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/aims-visions/) - Every member of our school community enjoys learning, feels valued and experiences success.
- [Key Stages 3 and 4](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/) - Your school day begins when you arrive before 8:30am, ready for morning registration.
- [Privacy Policy](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/privacy-policy/) - Our privacy policy can be found here.
- [Cookie Policy](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/cookie-policy/) - Our privacy policy can be found here.
- [Information](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/information/) - We value the contribution our parents/carers bring to ensuring our students come to school happy and prepared to learn.
- [Welcome to Sixth Form](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/sixth-form/) - At Waldegrave Sixth Form, our vision is to inspire a lifelong love of learning, help you to achieve your aspirations and empower you to become both a leader of, and contributor to, a better society.
- [Sixth Form Careers](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/sixth-form/sixth-form-careers-programme/) - At Waldegrave Sixth Form, we are committed to delivering an ambitious and extensive careers programme, which raises aspirations, unlocks potential, breaks down stereotypes and promotes success for all students.
- [KS3 & 4 Careers](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/ks3-ks4-careers-programme/) - At Waldegrave School, we are committed to delivering an ambitious and extensive careers programme, which raises aspirations, unlocks potential, breaks down stereotypes and promotes success for all students.
- [Waldegrave Training Alliance](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/working-at-waldegrave/waldegrave-training-alliance/) - Waldegrave Training Alliance is led by Waldegrave School, an 11-16 Girls school with a co-educational Sixth Form.
- [Training to Teach](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/working-at-waldegrave/training-to-teach/) - Waldegrave Training Alliance (WTA) is a group of local secondary schools led by Waldegrave School.
- [Staff Vacancies](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/working-at-waldegrave/staff-vacancies/) - Staff vacancies can be found here.
- [Policies and Agreements](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/sixth-form/policies-and-agreements/) - As part of enrolment into Sixth Form all students are asked to adhere to certain policies governing conduct throughout the school.
- [Exam Results](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/sixth-form/exam-results-and-leavers-destinations/) - We pride ourselves on having a varied and full curriculum, with students achieving success across a range of subject areas, enabling them to progress to a diverse range of HE courses, apprenticeships and careers that align to their individual ambitions and aspirations.We pride ourselves on having a varied and full curriculum, with students achieving success across a range of subject areas, enabling them to progress to a diverse range of HE courses, apprenticeships and careers that align to their individual ambitions and aspirations. Our examination results are excellent and reflect the work of committed staff and
- [Media](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/news/media/) - More on media can be found here.
- [Wellbeing](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/wellbeing/) - We believe that young people learn best when they are happy. With that in mind, we aim to create an environment of positivity, support and understanding.We believe that young people learn best when they are happy. With that in mind, we aim to create an environment of positivity, support and understanding. We also try to challenge our students to try new activities and to challenge ideas and debate. As wellbeing is extremely important to us all at Waldegrave School, a
- [Sport and Dance](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/ks3andks4/sport-and-dance/) - At our school, PE and Sport are a key part of helping every student enjoy, achieve, and feel empowered.
- [Student Financial Support](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/information/student-financial-support/) - In April 2011, the Government introduced the Pupil Premium Grant which was additional funding given to schools to support pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds by closing the attainment gap between them and their more affluent peers.Background In April 2011, the Government introduced the Pupil Premium Grant which was additional funding given to schools to support pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds by closing the attainment gap between them and their more affluent peers. Government and National documents now also refer to Pupil Premium students as Disadvantaged students. Schools receive a set amount
- [School Uniform](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/information/school-uniform/) - At Waldegrave School, uniform plays a vital role in reflecting the values and identity of our school community.At Waldegrave School, uniform plays a vital role in reflecting the values and identity of our school community. It promotes a sense of belonging, ensures students are dressed appropriately for a focused learning environment, and supports comfort during travel and varying weather conditions. Students are expected to wear the correct uniform to and from school
- [SEND Provision](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/send-provision/) - Thank you for taking the time to visit the Inclusion and Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) section of our website.
- [Internet Safety](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/information/internet-safety/) - Students are taught about Internet safety on a number of occasions as they progress through the school.
- [Examination Information & Results](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/information/examination-information-results/) - Waldegrave School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Our examination results are excellent and reflect the work of committed staff and students.
- [Sustainability](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/facilities-and-lettings/sustainability/) - Waldegrave School is part of the growing global community taking positive action to tackle the negative impacts of climate change.
- [Lettings](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/facilities-and-lettings/lettings/) - Waldegrave School is proud to offer a wide range of high-quality facilities for hire, ideal for local community clubs, businesses, sports teams, event organisers and production companies.
- [Interactive Map](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/facilities-and-lettings/map/) - Please click here for the interactive map.
- [Facilities and Lettings](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/facilities-and-lettings/) - At Waldegrave School, we are proud to offer a high-quality learning environment supported by well-maintained facilities.At Waldegrave School, we are proud to offer a high-quality learning environment supported by well-maintained facilities. Our site provides a safe, inclusive, and inspiring space for students, staff and the wider community, designed to support academic learning, personal development, and a rich variety of extracurricular activities. Our site is unique in that it has traditional
- [Donate Here](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/donate-here/) - At Waldegrave School, we are committed to delivering an exceptional education and providing enriching experiences for every student.
- [Social Sciences](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/socialsciences/) - “Neither the life of an individual nor the history of a society can be understood without understanding both.
- [Headteacher's Welcome](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/headteachers-welcome/) - It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Waldegrave School website so that you can get a sense of our wonderful school.
- [Equality, Diversity And Inclusion](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/) - At Waldegrave School, we believe that everyone enjoys learning, feels valued and experiences success.
- [Employee Salary Information](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/employee-salary-information/) - Schools now required to publish salary information on any employee earning over £100,000 per annum.
- [About Us](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/) - Our school has been at the heart of the Twickenham community since 1980.
- [Physical Education](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/pe/) - The Waldegrave PE curriculum is designed so students will be able to develop competence in a broad range of physical activities and engage in competitive sports, but at the same time develop the confidence and interest to get involved in sport and exercise outside of school, and to know why and how to lead healthy, active lives.
- [Personal Development and Citizenship (PDC)](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/pdc/) - Personal Development and Citizenship (PDC) provides students with a safe and supportive environment to discuss sensitive and challenging topics.
- [Modern Foreign Languages](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/modernforeignlanguages/) - “The limits of my language mean the limits of my world.” — Ludwig Wittgenstein.
- [Media Studies](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/mediastudies/) - For every Waldegrave Media Studies student the central aim is the same: to become an independent, critical thinker who is able to navigate their way through the increasingly complex and social world of the contemporary media landscape.
- [Mathematics](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/mathematics/) - Our goal is to equip every student with the tools they need to apply mathematical skills and principles to their everyday lives.
- [History](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/history/) - We challenge students to think, act and speak like those working in the field would, to research thoroughly, weigh up evidence, understand chronology, evaluate interpretations and develop arguments.
- [English](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/english/) - Through passionate teaching, we aim to inspire an appreciation of a broad and engaging range of texts and ideas.
- [Economics](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/economics/) - ‘The ultimate purpose of economics is to understand and promote the enhancement of wellbeing’ - Ben Bernanke.
- [Drama](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/drama/) - The Waldegrave Drama Department is an exciting place, where learners develop in a creative and stimulating environment.
- [Design and Technology](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/dt/) - Design and technology is about designing and making things that people want and that work well.
- [Computing](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/computing/) - Computers are now part of everyday life and, for most of us, technology is essential to our lives, at home and at work.
- [Art](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/curriculum-overview/art/) - Art occupies a unique position in the school curriculum.
- [Prospectus](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/admissions/prospectus/) - Please find our prospectus here.
- [New To The School](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/admissions/new-to-the-school/) - We like to welcome all of our new students to the school in Year 7, we are conscious that students come from a large number of different primary schools.
- [SRP](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/send-provision/srp/) - This area provides support for students with Social Communication Difficulty and/or Autism.
- [Safeguarding](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/safeguarding/) - The health, safety and wellbeing of our students is of paramount importance to all of us at Waldegrave School, and underpins everything we do.
- [Ofsted Report](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/about-us/ofsted-report/) - The school was inspected by Ofsted on 15-16 October 2024. This was an ungraded inspection, but we are delighted that the school was judged to have retained the 'outstanding' standards in all areas as identified in our previous inspection.
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## Interactive Maps

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## Newsletters

- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 36](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-36/) - Firstly my thanks to pupils, parents and staff for your support in getting through the extreme weather this week, allowing lessons and importantly our end of year assessments to continue as normal. We are all looking forward to a return to usual summer temperatures over the weekend and into next week. We are disappointed the
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 36](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-36/) - Firstly my thanks to pupils, parents and staff for your support in getting through the extreme weather this week, allowing lessons and our end of year assessments to continue as normal. We are all looking forward to a return to more usual summer temperatures over the weekend and into next week. We are disappointed the
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 35](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-35/) - AMBER WEATHER WARNING: Extreme Heat next week We have issued safety guidance to students during tutor time today. Please take a look at this presentation as we would appreciate your support with this at home. Well done and congratulations to our Year 11 and 13 students for getting through the GCSE and A-Level Exams. I
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 35](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-35/) - AMBER WEATHER WARNING: Extreme Heat next week We have issued safety guidance to students during tutor time today. Please take a look at this presentation as we would appreciate your support with this at home. Well done and congratulations to our Year 11 and 13 students for getting through the GCSE and A-Level Exams. I
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 34](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-34/) - It has been a very successful week for Waldegrave on the sports front and I want to congratulate all our pupils who took part in the Senior Borough Sports event at St Mary’s University on Wednesday. Our team did very well with 11 medals and our Year 7 team taking second place for overall girls
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 34](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-34/) - It has been a very successful week for Waldegrave on the sports front and I want to congratulate all our pupils who took part in the Senior Borough Sports event at St Mary’s University on Wednesday. Our team did very well with 11 medals and our Year 7 team taking second place for overall girls
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 33](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-33/) - After a glorious half term week it was wonderful to see all our pupils back and looking refreshed after the break. The exams are back on for Year 11 and 13 but also mock exams for our Year 12 Art students. Year 10 have topped and tailed this week with trips, accommodating over 60 pupils,
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 33](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-33/) - After a glorious half term week it was wonderful to see all our pupils back and looking refreshed after the break. The exams are back on for Year 11 and 13 but also mock exams for our Year 12 Art students. Year 10 have topped and tailed this week with trips, accommodating over 60 pupils,
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 32](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-32/) - We have reached the end of the first half of the Summer term and the exams are now well under way. Our GCSE and A level students have worked incredibly hard so have made an excellent start to the exam season. I hope that the half term break gives them a chance to rest and
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 32](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-32/) - We have reached the end of the first half of the Summer term and the exams are now well under way. Our GCSE and A level students have worked incredibly hard so have made an excellent start to the exam season. I hope that the half term break gives them a chance to rest and
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 31](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-31/) - The Summer Term always passes by so quickly and we are already almost at the end of this half of the term. This week has been full of wins for our Sports Teams and I encourage you to read more in our Sports Fixtures section further down but I have to share that our incredible
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 31](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-31/) - The Summer Term always passes by so quickly and we are already almost at the end of this half of the term. This week has been full of wins for our Sports Teams and I encourage you to read more in our Sports Fixtures section further down but I have to share that our incredible
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 30](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-30/) - This has been another highly emotive week at Waldegrave. After a fabulous display of creativity, as well as some serious competition against the teachers in the benchball, at the Year 11 Dress Up Day on Tuesday we said fond farewells at a tearful but happy, Final Celebration Assembly. This was followed by the swift start
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 30](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-30/) - This has been another highly emotive week at Waldegrave. After a fabulous display of creativity, as well as some serious competition against the teachers in the benchball, at the Year 11 Dress Up Day on Tuesday we said fond farewells at a tearful but happy, Final Celebration Assembly. This was followed by the swift start
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 29](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-29-2/) - It has been an emotional week of last lessons for our Year 11 pupils, with favourite songs sung in language lessons, fun quizzes as well as exam questions covered. We are all incredibly proud of the students and how far they have come in the last five years. I know that they are ready for
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 29](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-29-2/) - It has been an emotional week of last lessons for our Year 11 pupils, with favourite songs sung in language lessons, fun quizzes as well as exam questions covered. We are all incredibly proud of the students and how far they have come in the last five years. I know that they are ready for
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 27](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-27/) - Welcome back to the Summer Term. This is always a tough one as while Spring has definitely sprung over the break and the weather is warming, with hopes of the long summer break ahead, the exams are looming ever nearer. In fact, this week the exams have already begun for both our Year 11 Art
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 28](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-28-2/) - This week we received the wonderful news that six of the Waldegrave students who ran in the Kingston and Richmond Youth Council and UK Youth Parliament elections were elected. Well done! We are proud to share that following these elections Waldegrave has been awarded as ‘Most Democratic’ school in the Richmond Borough, having had over
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 28](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-28-2/) - This week we received the wonderful news that six of the Waldegrave students who ran in the Kingston and Richmond Youth Council and UK Youth Parliament elections were elected. Well done! We are proud to share that following these elections Waldegrave has been awarded as ‘Most Democratic’ school in the Richmond Borough, having had over
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 27](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-27/) - Welcome back to the Summer Term. This is always a tough one as while Spring has definitely sprung over the break and the weather is warming, with hopes of the long summer break ahead, the exams are looming ever nearer. In fact, this week the exams have already begun for both our Year 11 Art
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 25](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-25-2/) - This is our final bulletin for the Spring Term. It has whizzed by as we knew it would with only five weeks in this half term and so much to fit in. The trips have included visits to the Natural History Museum for our Wildlife Photographer competition winners, listening to the annual world traders Tacitus
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 25](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-25-2/) - This is our final bulletin for the Spring Term. It has whizzed by as we knew it would with only five weeks in this half term and so much to fit in. The trips have included visits to the Natural History Museum for our Wildlife Photographer competition winners, listening to the annual world traders Tacitus
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 24](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-24-2/) - Following International Women’s Day on Sunday, we have really enjoyed celebrating inspirational women throughout school and encouraging our own students to have confidence in their own voices. On Tuesday, we welcomed playwright, Ava Pickett, into school to talk to students. Her work celebrates female friendship and it was fascinating to hear her talk about her
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 24](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-24-2/) - Following International Women’s Day on Sunday, we have really enjoyed celebrating inspirational women throughout school and encouraging our own students to have confidence in their own voices. On Tuesday, we welcomed playwright, Ava Pickett, into school to talk to students. Her work celebrates female friendship and it was fascinating to hear her talk about her
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 23](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-23-2/) - This week the mock exams were completed for Year 11 and 13, which will be a relief for all students involved. Well done to them all for the hard work they have put in! The UK Youth Parliament and Kingston and Richmond Youth Council elections are taking place this month and we are proud to
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 6](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-6/) - The start of term seems like a long distant memory now we have entered October. Our sports teams have started their first matches of the season, with our netball teams in Years 9, 10 and 11 playing against Orleans on Tuesday and St Richard Reynolds on Thursday. Our Year 7 and 8 football teams also
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 23](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-23-2/) - This week the mock exams were completed for Year 11 and 13, which will be a relief for all students involved. Well done to them all for the hard work they have put in! The UK Youth Parliament and Kingston and Richmond Youth Council elections are taking place this month and we are proud to
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 22](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-22/) - Welcome back to the second half of our Spring Term, I hope everyone had a good break. We now have only five weeks until the Easter holiday and there is a lot of cram in, with this week kicking off with a Schools Music Day trip for 18 of our most accomplished student musicians. The
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 22](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-22-2/) - Welcome back to the second half of our Spring Term, I hope everyone had a good break. We now have only five weeks until the Easter holiday and there is a lot of cram in, with this week kicking off with a Schools Music Day trip for 18 of our most accomplished student musicians. The
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 20](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-20-2/) - This final week of the half term has been a busy one. We kicked off on Monday with a trip to the Rose Theatre in Kingston for our Year 8’s who went to watch ‘The Boy at the Back of the Class’. This play, based on the bestselling novel by Onjali Q. Rauf is a
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 20](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-20-2/) - This final week of the half term has been a busy one. We kicked off on Monday with a trip to the Rose Theatre in Kingston for our Year 8’s who went to watch ‘The Boy at the Back of the Class’. This play, based on the bestselling novel by Onjali Q. Rauf is a
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 19](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-19-2/) - This past weekend two of our Year 10 pupils, Mariya A and Eva H, competed in the Rotary Young Chef Competition District Final alongside 16 other hopefuls. I am very proud to say that our students both shined with Mariya taking second place and Eva coming in fourth. This is a wonderful achievement for them
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 19](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-19-2/) - This past weekend two of our Year 10 pupils, Mariya A and Eva H, competed in the Rotary Young Chef Competition District Final alongside 16 other hopefuls. I am very proud to say that our students both shined with Mariya taking second place and Eva coming in fourth. This is a wonderful achievement for them
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 18](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-18-2/) - January is almost over and today’s sunshine has provided some very welcome respite from the dismal grey skies and rain. February will bring half term and then mock exams for our Year 11 and 13 students, although we have already had mock exams this week for those studying languages. Teachers have reported how calm and
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 18](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-18-2/) - January is almost over and today’s sunshine has provided some very welcome respite from the dismal grey skies and rain. February will bring half term and then mock exams for our Year 11 and 13 students, although we have already had mock exams this week for those studying languages. Teachers have reported how calm and
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 17](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-17-2/) - We are now well into January and our new term, with this Monday past, named as ‘Blue Monday’, the day most resolutions have been dropped, the cheer of Christmas seems a distant memory and the gloomy weather isn’t giving us much to look forward to. However, inside school I can report plenty of positive news
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 17](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-17-2/) - We are now well into January and our new term, with this Monday past, named as ‘Blue Monday’, the day most resolutions have been dropped, the cheer of Christmas seems a distant memory and the gloomy weather isn’t giving us much to look forward to. However, inside school I can report plenty of positive news
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 16](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-16/) - Despite the miserable winter weather this week our Year 11s determination to work hard in preparation for the GCSEs has not been dampened. Our Design and Technology students have been working hard on textile and woodwork designs during ‘Make Days’ while Music students recorded their first exam pieces. Teachers have all commented on the creativity
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 16](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-16/) - Despite the miserable winter weather this week our Year 11s determination to work hard in preparation for the GCSEs has not been dampened. Our Design and Technology students have been working hard on textile and woodwork designs during ‘Make Days’ while Music students recorded their first exam pieces. Teachers have all commented on the creativity
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 7](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-7-2/) - This week has been something of a whirlwind. On Wednesday we had our first Drop Down Day of the academic year with lots of activities to enrich our students' learning, from visits into London to the theatre to an African Cultural day in school. Our Year 12 students’ day focused on next steps with an introduction
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 7](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-7-2/) - This week has been something of a whirlwind. On Wednesday we had our first Drop Down Day of the academic year with lots of activities to enrich our students' learning. Our Year 7 had a wonderful day learning exploring employability skills before travelling into London to see a matinee performance of the Lion King. Year
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 10](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-10-2/) - Welcome back to our second half of the Autumn Term. We have been back only 10 days and yet we have managed to squeeze in mock exams, competitions, sports matches, an Eco Conference, the Rotary Chef competition, a Careers Fair, a Mendelssohn concert and a French trip to the BFI. Well done to all our
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 15](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-15-2/) - Welcome back to everyone after the Christmas break. It is a challenge for everyone to adjust after relaxing our usual habits, however I am certain a full week back has put us all back on track and for many there is comfort in school routine. It has been great to see pupils fresh faced and
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 15](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-15-2/) - Welcome back to everyone after the Christmas break. It is a challenge for everyone to adjust after relaxing our usual habits, however I am certain a full week back has put us all back on track and for many there is comfort in school routine. It has been great to see pupils fresh faced and
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 14](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-14-2/) - Despite being so close to the end of term there is no slowing down at Waldegrave and we have had another very busy week of sport, trips, Christmas activities and performances! And this all followed a wonderful carol service last Friday and the weekend’s Christmas Tree Sale - which raised over £700 for the school.
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 14](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-14-2/) - Despite being so close to the end of term there is no slowing down at Waldegrave and we have had another very busy week of sport, trips, Christmas activities and performances! And this all followed a wonderful carol service last Friday and the weekend’s Christmas Tree Sale - which raised over £700 for the school.
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 13](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-13-2/) - The beginning of December is a wonderful time to be at school and tonight’s Carol Service will really kick off the festive spirit. This month is always busy fitting everything in alongside all the Christmas activities and this week is no different. On Monday some members of our Student Parliament journey into Westminster to learn
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 13](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-13-2/) - The beginning of December is a wonderful time to be at school and tonight’s Carol Service will really kick off the festive spirit. This month is always busy fitting everything in alongside all the Christmas activities and this week is no different. On Monday some members of our Student Parliament journey into Westminster to learn
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 12](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-12-2/) - After over 80 hours of rehearsal our wonderful Performing Arts team’s staging of ‘My Fair Lady’ took place this week. During the course of six shows the school welcomed an audience of over thousand members for this sold out event, even welcoming pupils from local primaries for the matinee performances. As ever, the show was
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 12](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-12-2/) - After over 80 hours of rehearsal our wonderful Performing Arts team’s staging of ‘My Fair Lady’ took place this week. During the course of six shows the school welcomed an audience of over thousand members for this sold out event, even welcoming pupils from local primaries for the matinee performances. As ever, the show was
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 11](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-11-2/) - It has been a fantastic week full of rehearsals at Waldegrave as we all have been preparing in eager anticipation for next week’s school production of ‘My Fair Lady’. While all the teaching staff were busy marking exams on Wednesday, some of the Performing Arts Department (with the help of some student volunteers) were getting
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 10](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-10-2/) - Welcome back to our second half of the Autumn Term. We have been back only 10 days and yet we have managed to squeeze in mock exams, competitions, sports matches, an Eco Conference, the Rotary Chef competition, a Careers Fair, a Mendelssohn concert and a French trip to the BFI. Well done to all our
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 11](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-11-2/) - It has been a fantastic week full of rehearsals at Waldegrave as we all have been preparing in eager anticipation for next week’s school production of ‘My Fair Lady’. While all the teaching staff were busy marking exams on Wednesday, some of the Performing Arts Department (with the help of some student volunteers) were getting
- [Weekly Bulletin - Week 8](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/weekly-bulletin-week-8/) - At the end of last week the government published national data about this year’s GCSE outcomes. Normally this would be a progress score, but as our Year 11 didn’t have the opportunity to sit their SATS at the end of Year 6 due to covid, they have only published attainment scores. We know we achieved
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 8](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixth-form-bulletin-week-8/) - At the end of last week the government published national data about this year’s GCSE outcomes. Normally this would be a progress score, but as our Year 11 didn’t have the opportunity to sit their SATS at the end of Year 6 due to covid, they have only published attainment scores. We know we achieved
- [Sixth Form Bulletin - Week 6](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/newsletters/sixthformbulletin-week6/) - The start of term seems like a long distant memory now we have entered October. Our sports teams have been playing their first matches of the season, including our Sixth Form Netball Team who took part in the Borough tournament. They came in seventh place which means they will now be in the performance plate

## Staff

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- [Mr C Stavrou](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/staff/mr-c-stavrou/)
- [Mr J Montgomery](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/staff/mr-j-montgomery/)
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- [Ms S Moore](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/staff/ms-s-moore/)
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- [Ms C Lane](https://waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/staff/ms-c-lane/)
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