The Bishop Wand Church of England School

URN: 138491 • Sunbury-on-Thames TW16 6LT

Overview

Name
The Bishop Wand Church of England School
URN
138491
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
INSTANTER LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Daniel Aldridge (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01932778600
Website
Visit
Address
Layton's Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames TW16 6LT

Summary

The Bishop Wand Church of England School, located in Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, is a mixed secondary academy with a capacity of 1,005 and currently serves approximately 1,200 pupils. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, underpinned by its Christian ethos. This commitment to community values is reflected in various initiatives, including partnerships with local organisations such as the National Physical Laboratory, which provides students with unique opportunities in science.

Academically, Bishop Wand has demonstrated strong performance, with recent GCSE results highlighting the hard work and determination of its students. The school offers a diverse curriculum that encourages academic achievement alongside personal development. Extracurricular activities, such as the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and various sports competitions, further enrich the student experience, promoting teamwork and resilience.

The school actively engages with the local community, hosting events and inviting professionals from the STEM sector to inspire students about future career paths. This holistic approach to education aims to prepare students not only for academic success but also for their roles as responsible citizens.

Key details

LA
Surrey
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
INSTANTER LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1005
Pupils
1200
Boys
618
Girls
582
FSM %
6.80
Open date
2012-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1200 618 582 1005 6.80
2024-09-11 1181 602 579 1005 6.10
2023-09-11 1102 568 534 1005 5.90
2022-09-11 1102 568 534 1005 5.90
2021-09-11 1087 542 545 1005 6.30
2020-09-11 1037 509 528 1005 5.00

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