The Matthew Arnold School
URN: 138765 • Staines-upon-Thames TW18 1PF
Overview
- Name
- The Matthew Arnold School
- URN
- 138765
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 68.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Assal Ruse (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01784457275
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kingston Road, Staines-upon-Thames TW18 1PF
Summary
The Matthew Arnold School, located in Staines-upon-Thames, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 959 students and a capacity of 980. The school prioritises a holistic education approach, aiming to develop both academic skills and character in its students. The ethos of the school revolves around the principles of respect, kindness, and aspiration, encouraging students to "Dream Big, Work Hard, Achieve."
The curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while providing the necessary skills for higher education and future employment. The school boasts modern facilities and a personalised approach to learning, ensuring that each student can thrive in a supportive environment. The dedicated staff focus on fostering a love for learning and helping students reach their full potential.
Community engagement is also a key aspect of school life, with various events such as open evenings and arts assemblies aimed at involving families and the local community. The Matthew Arnold School strives to prepare its students not only for academic success but also to contribute positively to society.
The curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while providing the necessary skills for higher education and future employment. The school boasts modern facilities and a personalised approach to learning, ensuring that each student can thrive in a supportive environment. The dedicated staff focus on fostering a love for learning and helping students reach their full potential.
Community engagement is also a key aspect of school life, with various events such as open evenings and arts assemblies aimed at involving families and the local community. The Matthew Arnold School strives to prepare its students not only for academic success but also to contribute positively to society.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (governance)
- SEND Support (sen)
- Seneca Learning (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- St Bede's School (79.5)
- St Andrew's Catholic School (79.1)
- Tomlinscote School (77.8)
- St Peter's Catholic School (77.5)
- St Peter's Catholic School (77.0)
Key details
- LA
- Surrey
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 980
- Pupils
- 959
- Boys
- 492
- Girls
- 467
- FSM %
- 20.90
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 959 | 492 | 467 | 980 | 20.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 985 | 505 | 480 | 980 | 23.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 848 | 432 | 416 | 980 | 23.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 848 | 432 | 416 | 980 | 23.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 769 | 396 | 373 | 980 | 23.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 696 | 362 | 334 | 980 | 16.30 |
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