Capella House School

URN: 147188 • Twickenham TW2 7SL

Overview

Name
Capella House School
URN
147188
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE AURIGA ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
46.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dominic Sunderland (since 2025)
Telephone
02031469887
Website
Visit
Address
Egerton Road, Twickenham TW2 7SL

Summary

Capella House School, located in Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames, is a specialist free school designed to support children aged 4 to 16 with speech, language, and communication difficulties. With a current enrolment of 87 pupils, the school operates with a capacity of 76, reflecting its commitment to providing a nurturing and therapeutically rich environment. The school’s ethos, encapsulated in the phrase "Hear our voices, see us shine," emphasizes the importance of individual expression and collaboration among students.

The curriculum at Capella House is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, many of whom may also have social communication needs or Autism. The school employs a multi-professional team that collaborates to develop personalized learning approaches, ensuring that each child receives the support necessary to thrive academically and socially. High expectations are set for pupils, parents, and staff alike, fostering a culture of growth and achievement.

Admissions to Capella House are primarily facilitated through local authorities, with a focus on children whose Education, Health and Care Plans designate the school as suitable. The school works closely with local authorities to ensure that the needs of prospective pupils are thoroughly assessed and met, promoting an inclusive and supportive community for all students.

Key details

LA
Richmond upon Thames
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE AURIGA ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
76
Pupils
87
Boys
64
Girls
23
FSM %
42.50
Open date
2019-09-02
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 87 64 23 76 42.50
2024-09-11 67 44 23 76 27.30
2023-09-11 35 30 5 76 28.60
2022-09-11 35 30 5 63 28.60
2021-09-11 20 18 2 28 15.00
2020-09-11 13 12 1 23.10

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