Welcome from the Headteacher

LHMWelcome to Waingels, where we aim to be an exceptional school, at the heart of our community where Better Never Stops.

I am sometimes asked what we mean by Better Never Stops. For us it means that we will never rest on our laurels, indeed we – all of us – students, staff and Governors - will always be striving to be better tomorrow than we are today. This means that we are constantly focused on ensuring we create the best possible learning climate that nurtures our young people and allows their natural talents and curiosity to ignite, grow and flourish.

We are very fortunate that our buildings already provide the perfect setting for our students learning journey. Completely rebuilt in 2010 following a multi-award-winning design, our buildings are modern, spacious, light, technology-rich and built entirely out of wood. There is a strong community focus – each of our four main blocks has a central forum staircase, and the buildings face inwards to our courtyard – filled with trees whose leaves follow the seasonal colours of the buildings – Green, Yellow, Red and Brown.

Waingels is a comprehensive school and we offer a broad and balanced curriculum, effectively differentiated and enriched to meet the needs of all students regardless of their background, advantage and ability. Our curriculum evolves and is agile to respond to the needs of our students.

There is a long tradition of academic excellence at Waingels with many of our students achieving outstanding examination results and attending top universities. Approximately 60% choose to stay on after Year 11 in our Sixth Form and the vast majority of these choose to go on to university and to prestigious apprenticeships with Microsoft and Deloitte to name but two.

However, we define the outcomes for our students in much more than just examination grades. Our students make above average progress from their various starting points and we provide a wide range of wider and extra-curricular opportunities to enable them to develop their team work, leadership, problem solving, communication and creative skills. Our students leave us with a tool-kit of skills and qualifications, ready to grasp the opportunities and embrace the challenges that the world will inevitably present them with.

And our culture - the way we do things - is based on the values of Respect, Kindness, Resilience and Pride.

  • Respect: for self, respect for the rule of law and respect for each other: recognising, celebrating and respecting diversity and difference.
  • Kindness: We never know the journey another person has travelled, so be kind to everyone. We want to play our part in ensuring our students appreciate the many privileges they have and that they are kind and considerate for those with less.
  • Resilience: that we ask students to embrace challenge, to take risks, engage and participate. To accept and learn from failure and to bounce back with renewed vigour and energy to have another go and keep trying.
  • Pride: we want our students to be proud of themselves and of each other – their effort, appearance and achievements are proud to belong to our school community.

The students, staff and governors at Waingels are proud of our school and we would be happy to welcome you if you would like to come and have a closer look.

Mrs Lindsey Humber, Headteacher

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@WaingelsCollege - March 18
This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week. Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences.See below a poem written by one of our students.#NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek pic.twitter.com/duHHAhPGzM— Waingels () March 18, 2024
@WaingelsCollege - March 18
In aid of on Friday, we saw lots of lovely 'splashes of red' from staff and students 🔴. You can still donate on our ParentPay page here https://t.co/D17nDeiCxaThank you to everyone who has supported! pic.twitter.com/N64rIW1RtU— Waingels () March 18, 2024
@WaingelsCollege - March 15
Louise from visited Winnie and her handlers (Miss Fennemore, Mrs Read and Mrs Humber) today to do some face to face training. Winnie was a good girl. Our next step is to train Winnie not to jump up, leave food/objects and to settle in her MHWB Hub space. pic.twitter.com/ONmYWyoTcg— Waingels () March 15, 2024
@WaingelsCollege - March 15
Year 8 have had a great couple of days working hard during their Careers & Enterprise Day creating games which are suitable for students in Key Stage 3; teaching you about personal finance.All photos can be viewed here https://t.co/YfFbzbyQrC pic.twitter.com/ee25JTngM3— Waingels () March 15, 2024
@WaingelsCollege - March 15
Today is , there are many benefits of sleep including keeping you healthy, keeping your immune system strong and looking after your emotional and mental wellbeing.#WorldSleepDay https://t.co/OW5pEJfW6R pic.twitter.com/SeGYD1UoP5— Waingels () March 15, 2024
@WaingelsCollege - March 15
It's Friday... Our Online Safety Guide is out today! Interactive links can be viewed here https://t.co/IPKRdWvnz9 pic.twitter.com/w5ufNP2iZn— Waingels () March 15, 2024
@WaingelsCollege - March 14
Bookings for Mrs Humber's Coffee Afternoon are now live. Book your place here:https://t.co/Wls0aqpYcW pic.twitter.com/QPLR76jW4P— Waingels () March 14, 2024
@WaingelsCollege - March 14
Congratulations to our Eco Reps on receiving their new badges for the services and work they are doing for the school. Even our Therapy Dog, Winnie received one today! Keep up the great work! pic.twitter.com/EknCF1DHm5— Waingels () March 14, 2024