I just wanted to say a heartfelt thank you to all the staff involved in helping the Year 7s have a successful start to their time with you. As a teacher myself I know how much goes into what you do for the children so wanted to acknowledge that and show my appreciation. My daughter came home full of stories and very excited about her day.

"Many thanks for your help with this, I was so impressed with last night, how lucky are my children to go to such a proactive and motivational school.  Please pass on my thanks to all the heads of department that spoke, it was so helpful and will really help us to support my son through his exams".

"Thank you for your email. I was genuinely excited to visit Willingdon yesterday, and I appreciate the opportunity to share my thoughts about my experience.  The main thing I noticed was the calm and structured environment, even during transitions between classes. This reflects the school’s value of respect, as everyone seemed to value each other’s space and learning. As a former student, I can see how the school has evolved and how the culture has changed for the positive. "

"I have two children, who joined this year and they are both settling in very well.  This is, in no small part, down to the fantastic job you and your staff do, right from the outset in terms of the Year 6 open evenings through to these first few weeks of Year 7 and beyond.  Without exception, every member of staff I have engaged with (whether that be face-to-face, on the phone or via email) has been helpful and friendly.

Communication is excellent (particularly given the size of the school) and, on the few occasions I’ve had to contact the school with a query, I have received prompt responses."

"Please can I say a big thank you to be passed on to all teaching staff who have been so supportive in helping my son to achieve really well in his exams."

"I just wanted to say thank you so very much for all the positive feedback from all the teachers at parents evening today regarding my son.  Hearing such positive and heart-warming comments has really boosted his confidence and just makes us parents feel so very proud.   Thank you for all the hard work that you all do with helping my son achieve such amazing things , it’s very much appreciated."

"Thank you to all staff for the last 5 years.  But especially our brilliant Head of Year. You have followed our Year 11 through the school from the first Year 7 days and have given them so much support and encouragement along the way.  You have been an amazing role model and have always been there to support the students. On behalf of the parents, WE THANK YOU and ALL the staff, both SLT, teaching, pastoral, and support, for all your dedication and support during our Willingdon days, from the beginning transition period in Year 7, through covid lockdown, home schooling, and all the challenges the school have faced throughout the last 5 years.  We are so proud to have been a part of such a special school that is Willingdon."