Welcome from the Headteacher

Aspire, Achieve, Enjoy

Welcome to Twickenham School

It is a privilege to serve as the headteacher of such a thriving and dynamic school. Over the past year, we have made remarkable progress, achieving our best-ever results and placing us in the top 25% of schools nationally. Our students continue to exceed expectations, with a significant rise in the number of grades 7-9, well above national averages. We are immensely proud that every student has moved on to their chosen courses, reflecting the exceptional support and high-quality teaching we offer.

At Twickenham School, we live our values of perseverance, responsibility, integrity, dedication, and empathy every day. These values are embedded in a challenging and demanding curriculum that pushes every child to achieve beyond what they thought possible. Alongside this, we provide the necessary support to ensure each student feels a deep sense of accomplishment and success.

We are a school where everyone belongs, whatever their background. Every student has the right to the very best education, and our staff are fully committed to supporting them in achieving their full potential. Our teachers care deeply for their students, helping them learn how to overcome any barriers they may face now and that they may face in the future.

As our school has grown, so have the extra-curricular opportunities available to students. From cooking club to choir, from Scrabble to skateboarding, we offer a wide range of activities in addition to traditional and highly popular sports like football, rugby, hockey, and netball. Students can also take part in the Duke of Edinburgh Award and overseas expeditions, including our ski trip to the Alps, a month-long expedition to Peru,  PGL camps and trips to France and Verona. Recently, we hosted a visit from Gleneagles Secondary School in Australia, and we hope to make a return trip in the not-too-distant future.

In line with our commitment to developing well-rounded individuals, we will be delivering our inaugural Aspire Week at the end of the year. This exciting week is filled with extracurricular opportunities for all students to enjoy.

We are so fortunate to have a dedicated, experienced, and enthusiastic staff team who work tirelessly for our community. Our school is fully staffed with subject experts in every classroom. We work hard to make Twickenham School a place where staff want to stay, fostering a positive and supportive working environment that benefits everyone.

In recent months, we have made significant investments in student well-being and inclusion. Our inclusion team has been expanded, and we’ve increased the number of counsellors and support staff, ensuring every student receives the guidance and care they need to thrive. Additionally, our newly refurbished library, run by our expert librarian, provides a welcoming space for students to nurture their love of reading, learning and so much more. 

Twickenham School is a safe, inclusive, and empowering place where every student has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. I am so looking forward to another year of growth, success, and celebration.

Yours sincerely,

Jonathon Lisseman