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26/05/23

This bank holiday is looking like it's going to be a sunny one ☀️Please be aware of the dangers of jumping into the River Thames during the hot weather and share this information widely so we can all enjoy the river safely. ℹ️ https://t.co/JCBAfDyIZH pic.twitter.com/WrpCY27gpO— Richmond Council () May 26, 2023

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26/05/23

This week our Y8 students were lucky enough to visit the Buddhapadipa Temple in Wimbledon. They were welcomed by a Buddhist monk from and were given the chance to explore the grounds and participate in a meditation 🧘 Thank you for having us! pic.twitter.com/VtZJAeo3mF— Waldegrave School () May 26, 2023

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24/05/23

Ever wondered why we dream? 😶‍🌫️😴Prof from delved into the realm of sleep & dreams, and enlightened psychology students on what they could expect if they studied this intriguing topic at uni. 🙏for a fascinating talk! pic.twitter.com/GNIwgKd0mt— Waldegrave School () May 24, 2023

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24/05/23

Prof Chevalier spoke to Y12s about the interdisciplinary nature of revealing fascinating connections. From fantasy football league selections to societal decisions, economics offers valuable insights into our world.#criticalthinking pic.twitter.com/QNbuTCex61— Waldegrave School () May 24, 2023

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22/05/23

Politics students attended fascinating talk at the on 'Poverty, Populism & Hope in the 21st Century' by & also met - a perfect blend of brilliant minds of academia and the inspiring youth of Waldegrave students. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/DEJMi4M3Nj— Waldegrave School () May 22, 2023

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22/05/23

Children and young people with SEND (aged 11 to 25 years) in Kingston and Richmond are invited to the first ever SEND Youth Forum on 1 June. https://t.co/B5OvmRNC2R…Email participationiscd.org.uk for more information or to book on. pic.twitter.com/kuGfz9vSf8— AfCLocalOfferKingstonRichmond () May 22, 2023

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21/05/23

Germany Day 3: Phantasialand fun! Mr Isted and Ms Jackson LOVED it - as did the students! Fastest rollercoaster in Europe was a winner 🇩🇪 pic.twitter.com/fGXtC3t5kb— Waldegrave School () May 21, 2023

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21/05/23

Day 4 and our European musical adventure has come to an end. Amazing playing and standing ovations, proudly representing Richmond and the UK pic.twitter.com/MHpaf9JUiH— Waldegrave School () May 21, 2023

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21/05/23

On concert day in Fontainebleau and students performed a programme selected by the six participating countries. Mrs O’Brien conducted PompAnd Circumstance no. 4 pic.twitter.com/paMkkaBIux— Waldegrave School () May 21, 2023

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20/05/23

Day 3: We’ve been making the most of breaks from rehearsing for the big concert later. Carousel, ice cream and a royal wave from the Palace! 🍦🇫🇷🎶 pic.twitter.com/b7SaLQUFhY— Waldegrave School () May 20, 2023

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19/05/23

Day 2: Köln. Fantastic weather, town tour, cathedral climb (589 steps!), boat cruise on the Rhein, shopping time and the Lindt Chocolate Museum. Not wasting a minute! 🇩🇪❤️ pic.twitter.com/IUuulQ9Iba— Waldegrave School () May 19, 2023

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19/05/23

Day 2 and our students met their fellow musicians. Outstanding playing from all. It will be an amazing concert tomorrow! 🎶 pic.twitter.com/IiBMAKBnma— Waldegrave School () May 19, 2023

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19/05/23

Ten students have travelled to Paris then on to Fountainebleau, ready to represent Richmond in a European Youth Orchestra this weekend. Bonne chance! 🇫🇷🎶 pic.twitter.com/1dt7xq1vCk— Waldegrave School () May 19, 2023

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19/05/23

Our Y12s had a taste of uni life this week at where they attended lectures and a campus tour. It has got them thinking about all the exciting options open to them after their A Levels! Thank you to all the fantatic St Mary's ambassadors & for hosting us! pic.twitter.com/BzRKf3SHj7— Waldegrave School () May 19, 2023

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18/05/23

Year 10 Germanists have arrived in SUNNY Boppard on the banks of the river Rhein and, after a 4am start, everyone is still in excellent spirits. Let our German adventure begin! 🇩🇪🌞😊 pic.twitter.com/MRh9FnUYLS— Waldegrave School () May 18, 2023

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18/05/23

Big day ✅ Well done to all Year 13s who completed Paper 1 today! Onto the next one pic.twitter.com/njSQZeKzGt— Miss Flanigan () May 17, 2023

17/05/23

Incredible achievement 👏🏼 https://t.co/tGydZCO75E— Waldegrave School () May 17, 2023

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16/05/23

School is much quieter this week as we have now also said goodbye to our Y13s 👋🏼 On Friday Y13s celebrated their last day of lessons whilst dressed in their Secondary School uniform, a classic Waldegrave leavers tradition✨#LastDayOfSchool pic.twitter.com/5GotZKRKjb— Waldegrave School () May 16, 2023

12/05/23

The time has come for our Y11s to say goodbye as they leave to prepare for their but they couldn’t go without saying farewell in style!On Wednesday we saw a parade of fantastic costumes from iconic TV and movie characters to MPs and more. https://t.co/LjU4asLZlZ— Waldegrave School () May 12, 2023

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11/05/23

As term time drew to a close to make way for this year's A Level exams which kickstart on May 15th, Waldegrave Year 11 students capped off a memorable year with the school's standout annual tradition, 'Dress Up Day'. https://t.co/UcGFVdg5qq— Twickenham Nub News () May 11, 2023

Admissions

Published Admissions Number [PAN]  

The PAN (published admissions number) for Year 7 is 216

The PAN (published admissions number) for Year 12 is 20 [see note below]

Year 12 - A minimum of 20 places will be offered to external applicants. The School aims for a year group of approximately 180 to 200 in Year 12 which includes internal and external applicants. Please see the grid below for more details on admissions in the last three years.

Admission to Year 12 for September 2022 & 2023

Applications for places in the Sixth Form at Waldegrave School are made directly through the Sixth Form. Students must submit their application in accordance with the timeline provided on the school’s website.

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To view our Sixth Form Prospectus click here.

How places were offered following GCSE results on Enrolment Day in August 2022 2021 2020
Total number of applications 726 769 650
Internal students who transferred into sixth form 111 125 152
External students 75 69 47
Total students in sixth form 186 194 199
Looked after and previously looked after children (criterion 1) 0 2 1
Children of staff (criterion 2) 1 2 2
Pupils with a statement/EHCP 4 1 0
Number of appeals heard 0 0 0
Number of successful appeals 0 0 0
Distance from home to school of last place offered to external applicants 2.7miles 2.1miles 1.16miles

 

Admissions to Year 7 for September 2023

Admissions for Year 7 are managed by the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, not by the school. Offers for September 2023 will be sent out by the Local Authority.

Applications from Richmond’s residents will be made on Richmond’s Common Application Form, which will be available in paper form and online.  Please click here for a link to the online brochure for Admission to Richmond's Secondary Schools for 2023 entry.

To view our Main School Prospectus click here.

In the event of oversubscription the criteria to be applied is below.

The Planned Admission Number for entry into Year 7 is 216.

Full details can be found at the School Admissions Department at Richmond Council.

Email: Richmond.admissions@achievingforchildren.org.uk to request a call back.

You will need to contact your home borough for guidance if you do not live in the London Borough of Richmond-upon-Thames.

Late applications

Applications for Year 7 received after the closing date of 31 October 2022 will only be considered after all applications received by the closing date. This is unless you are able to provide proof that there were exceptional reasons that prevented you from applying on time.  Late applications are co-ordinated by the School Admissions Department at Richmond Council.

Waiting List

A waiting list for the school will be held by the Local Authority in criteria order (regardless of when an application is received) until the end of the academic year in July 2023.  After this date the school waiting lists will be disbanded and parents will have to request in writing to have their child’s name added to a waiting list for the school.

Special Circumstances

If you are applying to the school under Oversubscription Criterion 2 – Exceptional Medical or Social Need, please complete the form below and submit it to the School Business Manager attaching supporting written evidence from a registered health professional.

Applications under this criterion for 2023 Year 7 applicants should be submitted by 31 October 2022.

Application form for special circumstances

In-year Admissions

Admissions for the present Year 7 to 11 are co-ordinated by the School Admissions Department at Richmond Council. The admissions team can be contacted by email: richmond.admissions@achievingforchildren.org.uk 

Appeals Process

Waldegrave School Admission Appeals Timetable - Year 7 September 2023

If your child has been refused a place at your preferred secondary school, you may appeal the decision of the admissions authority. Your reasons for appealing will then be considered by an independent panel.

For information on how to appeal for a place for your child you will need to contact Richmond Democratic Services, education.appeals@richmond.gov.uk. Phone : 020 8891 7183

Important dates and deadlines

The following appeal dates apply to children starting school in September 2023.

  • National offer day: 1 March 2023
  • Deadline for lodging secondary appeals: 17 April 2023
  • Waldegrave School are using the Richmond Independent Appeals Service and appeals are scheduled to be heard on weekdays between 15 May 2023 and 22 June 2023 (excluding half term 30 May-3 June 2022 inclusive)

If you would like further details and application forms please use the link below;

http://www.richmond.gov.uk/admission_appeals

 

How places were offered on 1 March for Sept entry

   2022

2021 

 2020    

Total number of applications

941

964

953

Looked after and previously looked after children (criterion 1)

3

3

3

Family, social, medical reasons (criterion 2)

2

3

1

Siblings (criterion 3)

47

43

47

Children of staff (criterion 4)

0

0

0

Distance (criterion 5) Area A: 137 Area B: 24

161

162

162

Pupils with a statement/EHCP

3

8

3

Number of appeals heard

5

16

7

Number of successful appeals

1

1

0

Distance from home to school of last place offered

Area A: 1.416km

Area B: 5.001km

Area A: 1.470km

Area B: 5.109km

Area A: 1.509km

Area B: 4.972km

There is a waiting list