When I first visited The Gleddings, after just a short time, three words came to mind: welcoming, lively and inspirational. Having joined this thriving and successful school as Headteacher, I am delighted to see those qualities reflected in every aspect of daily life, making The Gleddings such a remarkable school.

At the heart of The Gleddings is our community. Pupils, parents and staff share a strong sense of belonging and a common purpose: to provide every child the opportunity to flourish. At a time when the wider world can often feel divided, we are proud to provide a warm, inclusive and unified environment where young people are encouraged to grow into kind, considerate, confident and forward-thinking individuals, building the skills to make a positive contribution as citizens of the twenty-first century.

Our pupils’ achievements and impressive destinations speak for themselves. Particularly given our non-selective admissions policy, they reflect the outstanding progress each child makes throughout their time at The Gleddings. Our creative WOW curriculum encourages them to explore new ideas, discover new interests and develop skills beyond the traditional classroom.

Alongside academic and creative development, pastoral care is fundamental to school life. We take the time to understand every pupil as an individual, nurturing their wellbeing, recognising their strengths and helping them to develop confidence, resilience and empathy. Our aim is for every child to feel known, valued and supported, with the freedom to have fun, take risks, make mistakes and grow.

Of course, there is no substitute for experiencing the school for yourself. If you are considering The Gleddings for your child, I warmly invite you to come and visit us. I would be delighted to show you around and share some of the many examples of joyful learning, discovery and educational innovation that take place here every day.

The Gleddings is a very special place to learn, grow and to belong. We look forward to welcoming you.

Dr N Edwards
Headteacher