Aspire, Achieve, Enjoy
Newsletter TRANSITION
VALUES l Perseverance l Dedication l Empathy l Integrity l Responsibility
2018
Imagine what we can achieve going forward Headteacher Assal Ruse explains why she thinks Twickenham School has made vast improvements...
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The school is currently in the best position it has ever been. The rate of improvement is quite remarkable and that is all down to the hard work of staff who are committed to making Twickenham School the best it can be. In our last inspection, our School Improvement Partner noted that: ‘Teaching, learning and assessment in the lessons visited aligned with a judgement of good’; ‘Behaviour is good and has the potential to become outstanding’; and ‘If the momentum of improvement is sustained, it is anticipated that during the spring term each of the key judgements, except for outcomes, will be judged to be securely good’. Our staff have achieved this in 18 months. Imagine what can be achieved in the next 18 months. Of course, none of these changes would be possible without our students. They are the ones that make me love coming to work each day and make me feel incredibly privileged to be a headteacher here. “They are the politest students I have come across and have proved to me that with regards to any new initiative we bring, they just need to be told once.
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Providing a safe, friendly environment for students School counsellor Katie Wetherell talks about her role supporting students at Twickenham School. forgotten to do homework, they won’t get in trouble. Having someone who will listen and not judge in a private and friendly environment can make a big difference.
The school counsellor programme is a student-led initiative. I am very proud to work here and very proud to have played a part in helping so many young people. I look forward to welcoming your son or daughter next year. Any families who have any questions can send an email to info@twickenhamschool. org.uk marked for Katie’s attention.
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The first thing students notice when they come into my room is that it is not like most of the other rooms in the school. Firstly, I have comfy chairs, art material and games which you won’t find in the teachers’ rooms! There is good reason for that because I want them to feel secure and safe and, if they have done something wrong like
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