I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
A Warm Welcome to
Altwood Church of England School
I am so proud to be the Headteacher of Altwood Church of England School; it really is a special place to learn and to work.
From the moment you arrive, you will feel the positive energy and quickly come to understand that our values of Truth, Forgiveness, Faith, Hope and Joy live and breathe in everything we do. We celebrate differences at Altwood, which creates a welcoming and inclusive environment. We are committed to nurturing and challenging everyone in the school, and it is our goal to deliver academic outcomes, as well as rounded, confident young people, regardless of background or special education need.
Latest News
Year 6 transition We cannot wait to welcome your child into the Altwood community. We aim to visit all the local schools - transition day is on Tuesday 30th June (houses will be allocated then) and there is also a Year 6 welcome evening for parents on Thursday 9th July. https://t.co/IIPVRn2npY
It's World Book Day & the English Dept had a fun day of creative lessons. They wrapped up books for staff, with cryptic descriptions to make a choice! The 6th form Dept & staff dressed up as Cruella De Vil and Miss Trunchbull. The 6th formers had a bake sale, and raised £80. https://t.co/3OgbRpvdan
Congratulations to all Year 6 students who have successfully placed at Altwood School for September 2026. We are so looking forward to meeting you and welcoming you. https://t.co/cxXw6nPQRo
Tomorrow in The Hub we have a pi/pie theme. please advise your student if they wish to try some pies at break or lunch. Normal menu offerings will still be available https://t.co/LKExXDAns1
30 of our Year 9 geographers visited the London Museum for the Fixing Our Broken Planet workshop! They explored how technology & nature can help save our planet, honed their presentation/analysis skills & impressed everyone with their insights. A fantastic trip https://t.co/kzqhKdaDFa
We had a very successful Careers Day. With 91 guest speakers including the RAF, Army, Fire Services, Telecoms, Amazon, NHS, Transport Services & more. Home made cookies & lunch were prepared/served by students to the attendees. Thanks to everyone who attended. #careersday2026 https://t.co/f1nsDoUAOO
For Careers Day, students enjoyed a fantastic trip to LEGOLAND Windsor, taking part in a Business Insight Day. They learned about a range of careers & had great fun exploring the park. Legoland were so impressed that they rewarded all students with return tkts. #learningtowork https://t.co/64TUmvbHpm
Last term it was the turn of Y9 students to take part in cookery club (part of our after school enrichment programme). They made some really delicious things this term, including this home-made stir fry for Chinese New Year. Well done to everyone who cooked-it looks very tasty! https://t.co/XP2LphlUft
Love was in the air today at Altwood School as SLT provided sweet treats for the staff. Students also held a bake sale with all proceeds going towards Thames Hospice. We wish our students & families a great Half Term & look forward to welcoming them back on Monday 23rd Feb. https://t.co/n32JkLFM1S
We had a hugely successful Careers Day event last week, with 91 speakers joining us. Thank you to the Maidenhead Advertiser for giving us a write up. You can read all about it here: https://t.co/muZ38vmxz5 #careersday #maidenheadadvertiser https://t.co/hcdsWueGFh
On Tues 24th February, The Hub will be putting on a special menu with a Rio Carnival theme. The students will be able to buy tasty food, that isn't usually on offer. See the below menu. https://t.co/6mmnXnyrKA
Some of our Y9 students attended an event at Pinewood Studios. They were taken to different areas of the studio to meet with industry professionals, interact with sets & gather information about careers in the Film and HETV industry. They all had a great time! https://t.co/PuTZaZhHeg
Upcoming Events
- Mon 16Mar 2026
Y11 Spanish and French Speaking PPE
All Day
- Wed 18Mar 2026
Y12 Houses of Parliament Trip
All Day
- Thu 19Mar 2026
Parents' Evening Y7 Session 1
3:30pm – 7:00pm
- Thu 26Mar 2026
Parents' Evening Y7 Session 2
3:30pm – 7:00pm
- Fri 27Mar 2026
Rough Sleep
All Day
- Fri 27Mar 2026
Early Closure for Easter
8:45am – 12:15pm
- Mon 30Mar 2026
Easter Holidays
All Day
- Mon 13Apr 2026
Start of Term 5
8:45am – 3:10pm
- Mon 04May 2026
May Day Bank Holiday-School Closed
8:45am – 3:10pm
- Thu 07May 2026
Junior Mathematical Challenge (JMC)
All Day
- Thu 14May 2026
Thorpe Park Rewards Trip
All Day
- Fri 22May 2026
St Ives Trip
All Day
- Mon 25May 2026
Half Term
All Day
- Mon 25May 2026
Spring Bank Holiday-School Closed
8:45am – 3:10pm
- Mon 01Jun 2026
Start of Term 6
8:45am – 3:10pm
- Mon 08Jun 2026
Prison Me No Way
8:45am – 3:10pm
To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition
House Points
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Hope lifts the spirit
Faith
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Achieve, Believe & have faith
Joy
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Find joy in the journey
What makes us different
Life at Altwood
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Contact Us
Altwood Church of England School
Altwood Road
Maidenhead Berks
SL6 4PU
01628 622236