GREY COURT SCHOOL in Richmond upon Thames, Richmond

Education Centre Information: Grey Court School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Richmond upon Thames
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 30/09/2012
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: Has Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 977
Number of boys: 550
Number of girls: 427
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-19
Gender: Mixed
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Special Educational Needs:

SEN Priority 1:SLCN - Speech, language and Communication

Background:

Grey Court School provides an ideal environment for students with a range of specialist teaching facilities. Information and communication technology provision includes specialist suites, zoned wireless provision across the school and extensive use of interactive whiteboards. Newman House, and 18th century building provides and excellent space for personalized and small group programmers. The sports hall and gym facilities are complemented by extensive grounds and courts, enabling students to engage in a wide range of physical education and sporting activities. The school was awarded specialist status for science, mathematics and computing in September 2003 and Artsmark in 2006. Grey court offers a study support programme the aim of which is to drive forward a rich and diverse curriculum for the 21st century. The programme encourages independent study across the curriculum and is offered through homework clubs, extra support during lunch-times, before and after-school, access to ICT facilities, Saturday clubs, visits by specialists, workshops and training in post 16 education centers. Proud of its tradition of offering students a full programme of visits and trips, Grey Court School ensures that all students take part in a number of field trips and museum visits to enhance the curriculum. The ethos of the school is based on the core values of achievement, innovation, inclusion and accountability providing the basis for academic excellence and future success for all; as well as a commitment to a close partnership between home and school.