The Vineyard School
URN: 102906 • Richmond TW10 6NE
Overview
- Name
- The Vineyard School
- URN
- 102906
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Frances Bracegirdle (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02089480195
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Friars Stile Road, Richmond TW10 6NE
Summary
The Vineyard School is a mixed community primary school located in Richmond upon Thames, with a current enrolment of 575 pupils and a capacity of 630. Established over 160 years ago, the school prides itself on its child-centred approach and an ambitious, globally-informed curriculum designed to nurture confident, caring, and curious learners. With a diverse community representing over fifty nationalities, many students are bilingual, fostering an inclusive environment that values respect and understanding.
The school’s curriculum is carefully sequenced to build on prior knowledge, aiming to develop resilience and a strong sense of self in students by the time they transition to secondary education. The Vineyard Values—caring, curious, and courageous—serve as the foundation for positive behaviour and engagement, ensuring that all children feel valued and supported in their learning journey.
Additionally, The Vineyard School is committed to promoting racial justice and inclusivity through its anti-racism initiatives. These include a bespoke curriculum that reflects the diverse backgrounds of its students, regular assemblies focused on anti-racism, and opportunities for families to share their cultural heritage, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging.
The school’s curriculum is carefully sequenced to build on prior knowledge, aiming to develop resilience and a strong sense of self in students by the time they transition to secondary education. The Vineyard Values—caring, curious, and courageous—serve as the foundation for positive behaviour and engagement, ensuring that all children feel valued and supported in their learning journey.
Additionally, The Vineyard School is committed to promoting racial justice and inclusivity through its anti-racism initiatives. These include a bespoke curriculum that reflects the diverse backgrounds of its students, regular assemblies focused on anti-racism, and opportunities for families to share their cultural heritage, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging.
Useful links
- Absence & Attendance (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Club Adverts (calendar)
- Latest News (calendar)
- Read more (calendar)
- Read more (calendar)
- Weekly Newsletter (calendar)
- Term Dates/The School Day (calendar)
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Key details
- LA
- Richmond upon Thames
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 630
- Pupils
- 575
- Boys
- 299
- Girls
- 276
- FSM %
- 6.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 575 | 299 | 276 | 630 | 6.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 600 | 309 | 291 | 630 | 4.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 600 | 320 | 280 | 630 | 4.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 600 | 320 | 280 | 630 | 4.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 613 | 319 | 294 | 630 | 4.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 591 | 306 | 285 | 630 | 3.00 |
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