Teaching in Richmond upon Thames - what can we offer you?

Teaching in Richmond upon Thames...

  • Enthusiastic teachers, good facilities and resources
  • Committed support of members, parents, governors and the LEA
  • Sense of joy of learning and a pride in personal achievements
  • Professionally supportive relationships are quickly developed

What teachers and schools do we have?

  • 41 primary schools and 8 secondary schools
  • 2 special schools
  • 7 beacon schools and 33 lead teachers
  • Advanced skills teachers
  • A range of newly qualified and experienced teachers
  • Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) champions - lead HLTA

Professional development opportunities

  • For school staff at all stages of their career
  • Continuing professional development
  • Comprehensive professional development programme

The borough initiatives include…

  • The development of the team of Advanced Skills Teachers
  • Providing professional development opportunities for Teaching Assistants
  • The sharing of good practice through Beacon Schools
  • The development of lead teachers
  • The professional development and professional learning framework
  • A commitment to the training of returning teachers

Where learning is a way of life…

  • Pupils are entitled to a high quality learning experience
  • All involved in education continually challenge standards and expectations
  • High standards are expected from you and you will be rewarded
  • Building a community where pupils are at the heart of learning