Waldegrave School

URN: 138461 • Twickenham TW2 5LH

Overview

Name
Waldegrave School
URN
138461
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE WALDEGRAVE TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
79.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elizabeth Tongue (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02088943244
Website
Visit
Address
Fifth Cross Road, Twickenham TW2 5LH

Summary

Waldegrave School, located in Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames, is a mixed secondary academy with an enrolment of 1,467 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,246. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment where high standards of behaviour and academic achievement are paramount. The partnership with parents is emphasised to ensure that all students can reach their full potential and enjoy their educational experience.

The school offers a robust curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4, with a strong focus on academic excellence, as evidenced by record-breaking GCSE and A-level results. Recent statistics show that 11% of A-level grades were awarded at the highest level (A*), with 78% achieving A*-B. This reflects the dedication of both students and staff to achieving outstanding academic outcomes.

Waldegrave School also promotes extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, which encourages personal development and teamwork. The school community is actively engaged, with various events and open mornings to foster connections among parents, students, and staff. For more information, visit their website at www.waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk.

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Key details

LA
Richmond upon Thames
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE WALDEGRAVE TRUST
Capacity
1246
Pupils
1467
Boys
94
Girls
1373
FSM %
9.60
Open date
2012-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-09-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Middlesex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1467 94 1373 1246 9.60
2024-09-11 1460 95 1365 1246 8.20
2023-09-11 1461 77 1384 1246 7.80
2022-09-11 1461 77 1384 1246 7.80
2021-09-11 1463 109 1354 1246 6.80
2020-09-11 1469 133 1336 1246 6.00

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