Headteacher's Bulletin
13/03/26 - Edition 90
Mr Lisseman - Headteacher
Dear Parents & Carers,
This week has offered many reminders of what makes Twickenham School such a vibrant place to learn and grow. Across classrooms, assemblies and events, students have been taking part in experiences that stretch their thinking, strengthen their confidence and deepen their sense of community.
This week we have been celebrating Science Week, with a series of fascinating assemblies led by Dr Cooke. Students particularly enjoyed seeing volunteers take part in demonstrations, including forming human electrical circuits to show how electricity flows. It was a memorable and hands-on way to bring scientific concepts to life.
It has also been wonderful to welcome many Year 6 families who will be joining us as Year 7 students next September. We hosted two open mornings this week, and with the help of our brilliant Year 7 Ambassadors leading tours, it was fantastic to see so many prospective students getting a feel for life at Twickenham School.
Our Year 9 students attended their Options Evening, where they had the opportunity to learn more about the subjects available at Key Stage 4. The evening provided valuable guidance as students begin to think carefully about their GCSE choices and the subjects that best suit their interests and ambitions. They also took part in an important knife crime prevention workshop, which encouraged thoughtful discussion and raised awareness about personal safety and decision-making.
Sport has also been a highlight this week, with our Sports Leaders hosting an excellent borough wide primary basketball event. They did a fantastic job organising and supporting the younger pupils, demonstrating real leadership and enthusiasm throughout the day.
Looking ahead, we are pleased to announce that House Captains have now been chosen for next year, and we are excited to begin the process of interviewing candidates for our Head Boy and Head Girl positions. Student leadership plays a vital role in our school community, and we look forward to seeing the next group of leaders step forward.
And finally, I would like to wish all the wonderful mum's and carers in our community a very happy Mother’s Day this Sunday. Thank you for the care, commitment and support you give to your children and to our school community.
Heads of Houses - Ms Horta, Ms Farrell and Mr Giordmania
We are delighted to announce the year 10 students who have been successfully selected as our new House Captains following a very competitive interview process. All candidates demonstrated confidence, leadership, and a genuine commitment to their house and the wider school community.
Congratulations to the following students:
Farah House Captains
- Nicole Z
- Rio W
Mandela House Captains
- Satveer
- Ema P
Curie House Captains
- Bhavya
- Davita
These students impressed the panel with their ideas, enthusiasm, and passion for making a positive difference within their houses. As House Captains, they will play an important role in supporting house events, representing their peers, and helping to build a strong sense of community across the school.
We look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make over the coming. Please join us in congratulating them on this fantastic achievement!
Ms Mach - Inclusion officer and Dance Club leader
Huge congratulations to our incredible Twickenham School Dance Company who competed in the annual Richmond Rhythm Borough Competition!
Our talented trio worked incredibly hard in the lead-up to the event and achieved an amazing 2nd place in the KS3 division, an achievement we are so proud of!
The judges praised their performance, commenting on:
- “Great use of partner work, counter balances and lifts”
- “Lovely connection between the dancers”
Your dedication, teamwork and passion truly shone on stage. We couldn’t be prouder of you! Keep dancing and inspiring others!
Mr Hayes - Head of PE
It has been another busy week in the PE department, and we are looking forward to a packed schedule of fixtures across football and netball.
A massive congratulations to the Year 9 sports leaders who assisted with the running of the Richmond Knights Basketball Yr3/4 event which was won by Twickenham Primary Academy. Our sports leaders were quoted by the Richmond Knights coaches “as one of the best examples of young leadership they had seen in the Borough". We are very proud of their ambassadorial work.
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