Tewkesbury School

read moreSince my arrival in 2012 I have had both the privilege and immense pleasure of leading Tewkesbury School and helping our young people excel across a broad range of disciplines. Students are exposed to a wealth of opportunities both within and beyond the classroom in a school that places a strong emphasis on the development of well-rounded individuals of whom the school and parents can feel justifiably proud. I am fortunate to be supported by a first-class team of staff, exceptionally strong governors and a highly supportive parent body who, quite rightly, expect only the very best for their children.

read moreIf you move to the area during the school year or your child needs to move school for other reasons you will need to apply for a school place by contacting the School's Admission Manager (via the School Reception on 01684 292152 extension 1231) and by using the forms below. This form can then be posted or delivered to the school. Our Admissions Manager will contact you to discuss your application and to let you know whether Tewkesbury School can offer your child/ren a place. You will also be eligible for Free School Meals if you are entitled to: Income Support, Income Related Employment & Support Allowance, Income-Based Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA), Support Under Part VI of the Immigration & Asylum Act 1999, Child Tax Credit, provided you are not entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual income (as assessed by Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs) that does not exceed 16,190, or the Guaranteed element of State Pension.

read morePlease view our post-16 options mini site here - this includes a presentation from the Directors of Sixth Form, students and short vidoes from each of the Heads of Subject. At Tewkesbury School Sixth Form we provide an excellent learning experience and ensure that all of our students leave with the necessary qualifications, skills and experiences needed to prepare them for the next steps in their lives. We want our students to be a straightforward choice for universities and employers. Our Sixth Form promotes the enjoyment of learning and we support the 'whole student' through our excellent guidance systems.

read moreAll the students in Keller House are seen as individuals who are valued members of the school community. We aim to understand the needs of our students and care for their well-being and progress. Through encouraging strong, positive and supportive relationships, we aim to create a genuine balance between the highest academic standards and personal growth, providing everyone with opportunities to "be the best they can be". Helen Keller struggled against personal adversity to achieve extraordinary things, and we too need to be ambitious in what we do, regardless of the individual challenges we face.

read moreIsambard Kingdom Brunel was famous for his many engineering achievements which helped to revolutionise transport in the 19th Century, however some argue that his real genius was in his ability to win over financial backers, motivate his workers and maintain the consistently high standards that led to the success of his engineering accomplishments. In Brunel House we aim to mirror some of Brunel's core values and meld them with our own. Students in Brunel house are all part of the same learning family, a family that is determined to be the best they can be and ensure that they are always committed to going the extra mile to achieve excellence in all that we do.

read moreThe aim of Elgar House is to support all members of the house to learn, develop, aspire and grow into young individuals with a goal, a sense of determination and a keen awareness of the needs of others. The ethos of Elgar House reflects the unique talent, creativity and drive of Sir Edward Elgar. We strive in our daily lives to mirror his attitude to life. Elgar House is first and foremost a family and every pupil and staff member is a crucial part of the Elgar family. With our outstanding team of staff, we work together to take part in challenges, develop confidence and grow as individuals.

read moreOur house is named after the Bronte Sisters. Emily, Anne and Charlotte Bronte Lived in Yorkshire during the Nineteenth Century. They each became successful novelists. Charlotte's most successful book was 'Jane Eyre', Emily wrote 'Wuthering Heights' and Anne became famous for 'The Tenant of Wildfell Hall'. They grew up together in the Parsonage in the town of Haworth. They became interested in writing as children and used to make tiny books for each other. As they grew up, they became victims of Victorian sexism.