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Click here for articles about Piggott In the Press  

In case you missed it, here are some recent press articles featuring stories about The Piggott School.

Online advice - Henley Standard
Safety webinar - Henley Standard
Pupils make cards for elderly neighbours - Henley Standard
Parents’ night - Henley Standard
Twyford school pupils create Christmas cards and sing carols for the elderly
- Photo 1 of 3 - Maidenhead Advertiser (maidenhead-advertiser.co.uk)
Teenager cycles 100 miles in two weeks for charity - Henley Standard
Girl thrilled with success of takeaway pizza business - Henley Standard
Virtual Chinese New Year - Henley Standard
Twin success - Henley Standard
Twyford school carries out Dragons' Den-style business enterprise project virtually
- Photo 1 of 1 - Maidenhead Advertiser (maidenhead-advertiser.co.uk)

School turns sports hall into mass testing centre - Henley Standard

Wokingham Today, April 8, 2020 by Wokingham.Today - issuu

Footballing girls feel more onside with A-level studies - Henley Standard

Students rewarded for work - Henley Standard

Piggott School student selected for British Para Swimming Talent Squad. 

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  • Year 11 Exams Information

    Published 04/04/25

    Dear Parents/Carers and Students,

    We have reached the end of another busy term! The Year 11s have been working really well in lessons on the whole, identifying strategies for their revision at home and planning how to track their revision for each subject in order to get the most out of their sessions.

    I am writing to share with you some key information and tips for the Easter break and the examination period. I have created a video for you to watch where I share important information about the exams and our Study Leave Sign-off System. We have also created a PowerPoint for you to read through with your child/children which details general advice for revision and exam preparations over Easter, as well as subject specific advice from Heads of Department. 

    The video and PowerPoint presentation can be found on the school website by following this link:

    The Piggott School - Years 10 & 11

    Letters regarding study leave decisions will be sent out by Friday 25th April. In the video I explain how the system works and once you have watched the video, if you wish to, please do complete the google form as described in the video. This should be completed by Monday 21st April:

    https://forms.gle/U1rpZHTVyQkhH8kv9

    Balancing time for rest, relaxation and socialising for all our students during the Easter break is incredibly important (as detailed in the presentation). This is also a really important and very useful time for completing some quality revision in preparation for the examinations. On their return to school on Tuesday 22nd April there will be 8 days of lessons (and after-school revision sessions) before their Celebration Morning on Friday 2nd May, which is always a really lovely morning. More information about the Celebration Morning will be sent out after Easter along with the Exam Booster Session Timetable.

    If you have any queries or need any extra support please do not hesitate to contact a member of the pastoral team.

    Kind regards,

    Mrs E Winter

    Head of Key Stage 4

     

     

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  • Year 8 Options 2025

    Published 17/01/25

    Choosing Year 8 into Year 9 options is one of the most exciting times in a student’s education as it gives them their first real opportunity to select some of the subjects that they will study. It also marks the start of planning for the future; the decisions that are made now will have an impact on post 16 and career choices.

    At The Piggott School our aim is to offer all students a broad, well balanced and relevant learning programme.

    All students will continue to study the examined ‘core’ subjects of: English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Science (Triple or combined) and Religious Studies.

    Students will also study courses in Physical Education and PSHCE. Opportunities exist to study a range of other GCSE courses.

    Please take the time to read the information below. Option Evening is usually held in January and more information will be provided here later in the year.

    Key Dates for GCSE Options 2025

    • Thursday 16th January - Options Information - Live on website

    • Friday 17th January - Options Portal log in details sent to students 

    • Thursday 6th February - Online Parents’ Evening

    • Friday 7th February - Deadline for options preference form

    • Early March Options - discussions begin

    • End of the summer term - Option choices confirmed

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  • @the_piggottschool Instagram Launched

    Published 18/11/24

    Dear parents and carers,

    I am writing to update you on the school’s most recent use of social media and the launch of our official school Instagram account! This new channel will give us an opportunity to share information about events, achievements and updates in a timely and digestible way.

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  • BRIYM Parent Workshop

    Published 12/11/24

    On Tuesday 5th November we hosted our first parent event with Building Resilience in Young Minds (BRIYM). The workshop was attended by over 150 parents and a summary of the session is below.

    We look forward to hosting the next session on Tuesday 11th February 2025. More details about this workshop will follow in the new year.

     

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  • 6th Form Open Evening

    Published 10/10/24

    This event will take place on Thursday 14th November 4.45pm-8pm

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  • GCSE & Level 2 Results

    Published 22/08/24

    Press Release: GCSE & Level 2 Results

    The Piggott School is extremely proud to share an outstanding set of GCSE and Level 2 results. The results that have been awarded are testament to the hard work, commitment and dedication of our students and staff.

    84% of students passed English, 88 % passed Mathematics and 86% passed at least two sciences at Level 4 or above.

    Our combined English and Mathematics Level 4+ pass rate was 82%. Our five or more Level 4+ including English and Mathematics is 80%.

    Exceptional results were achieved in many qualifications with some subjects achieving excellent pass rates of over 95%. Congratulations to Art and Design, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Food Technology, Further Maths, German, Photography, Physics and Statistics.

    We are excited that many of our students have chosen to return to study in our sixth form this September. It will be a privilege to support them in their continued learning journey and we are looking forward to seeing what they can achieve at A Level.

    My thanks to the staff, students and their families for their continued support. Congratulations to all our students on their well-deserved success.

    Mrs Rebecca Alexander
    Headteacher

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  • A Level & Level 3 Vocational Results

    Published 15/08/24

    Press Release

    The Piggott School is proud to announce another excellent set of A Level and Level 3 Vocational results. The students, and staff, have all worked exceptionally hard and this is reflected in the outstanding grades awarded.

    With over 200 students entered, our A level pass rate was 99%.

    32% of our results were graded at A*-A. 63 % of our results were graded at A*-B, and 84% graded A*-C.

    The average point score per A level entry was 38 points, making the average grade a B.

    Our Vocational Level 3 pass rate for Applied General qualifications was 100%, with Distinction Star to Merit being 80%.

    Three of our students have secured places at Oxford and Cambridge, after achieving the very highest grades in their disciplines. We are excited for them to embark on this journey.

    Emily Smith, Year 13, said ‘I’m feeling very happy and relieved with my A*, A and B in Psychology, Maths and Biology. I am off to study Psychology at Bristol’. Stanislaw Mitan will also be going to university. He said ‘I can’t wait to celebrate my grades; I’m looking forward to going to Loughborough to study Business Management’.

    Louie Shelton has chosen a different pathway, and he will be commencing a degree apprenticeship in Engineering with BMW. Huge congratulations to Louie for securing this position in a very competitive world.

    I hope that our students will take time to recognise and celebrate their success, finding happiness and fulfilment in whatever the future holds for them. My thanks to all our teaching and support staff for their continued dedication and professionalism.

    Mrs Rebecca Alexander
    Headteacher

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  • Positive Behaviour for Learning

    Published 04/06/24

    In May 2023, we were visited by Ofsted and in November 2023, we welcomed a SIAMS inspection. On both occasions, the behaviour of our students was described as ‘exemplary’. The SIAMS report notes that ‘harmonious relationships and courtesy are strong features in the life of the school’ and ‘the school values of courage, respect, honesty, dedication, equality and love inform expectations’ across the school community.

    Despite this strong foundation of positive behaviour for learning, our staff were keen to revisit the school values and ensure that there was a consistency of expectation for learning across the school. We wanted to use the opportunity to define what behaviour we should expect in the classroom and at social times. Treating the school values as the bedrock of who we are, we quickly established that the very best learning environment is, without doubt, rooted in respectful relationships. With this in mind, we have developed a new visual aid that really defines, and describes, what behaviour we expect from all members of the school community.

    Posters will be displayed around the school and staff will be actively using the language displayed to recognise and reward excellent behaviour. Praise and appreciation are motivating for us all and, as a staff, we are committed to ensuring that our brilliant, hardworking learners are noticed and celebrated.

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  • English Schools' Football Success

    Published 26/02/24

    Our U15 Girls Football team travelled down to Millfield School in Somerset for their quarter-final game of the English Schools Cup. Millfield school pride themselves on being one of the best sports schools in the country, therefore we knew we were in for a tough match! A 6 hour round trip but the girls were excited and nervous but couldn't wait to get going!  When we arrived we were amazed by their brilliant facilities and ground, even though it had rained all day the pitch was in perfect conditions.

    The game started lively with Piggott controlling the game for the first 15 minutes, however as the first half went by, Millfield started to get a hold of the game. The whistle was blown for half-time and the deadlock was yet to be broke, 0-0. Another 40 minutes went by where both teams had their chances but the game still remained 0-0. Into extra time we went. Piggott dug deep, remained focused and played some brilliant football as they had done all game. With 1 minute of extra time to be played and penalties looming, it was Bea who played a perfect ball into the box for Blossom to smash into the bottom corner. 1-0. 

    Millfield threw everything at them in the last seconds of the game but the girls held on to secure themselves a place in the Semi-Finals of the English Schools National Cup. You can imagine the scenes at full time. An outstanding team performance. Just to put it into perspective, out of 388 schools, The Piggott School have made it into the last 4 and are just one game away from the Final, which they fully deserve to be in! They are history makers as no team in Piggott School History have ever made it this far. We are so proud of their achievements, it has been an incredible and dedicated journey which have worked so hard for.  Well done girls! 

     

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  • The Piggott School Carol Service

    Published 12/12/23

    Mrs Alexander, the staff and students of The Piggott School warmly invite you to join them at

    The Piggott School Carol Service

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  • Media Conference 2023

    Published 18/10/23

    Last week on Thursday the 5th of October, sixth form media students had the pleasure of hearing from several guest speakers about the wonders of a career in the media industry. Joined by media classes from the lower school too, everyone gained from this insight into the excitement of the media world.

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  • German Exchange 2023

    Published 13/10/23

    German Exchange September 2023

    On Wednesday 20th September, 21 students from Years 10, 11, 12 and 13 flew to Germany for a week to take part in the German Exchange, accompanied by Mrs Schgör, Mrs Rawlings, and Mr Hersent.  Our partner school is the Ville Gymnasium in Erftstadt (Wokingham’s twin town) near Cologne.  It was a busy week spent with the host families, some time in the partner school, day trips to Burg Eltz, Koblenz, Cologne cathedral and chocolate museum, Bonn and Königswinter, a boat trip along the Rhine, and our 6th formers did some work experience in a local primary school.  Our students made the most of the experience, enjoyed practising their German and were superb ambassadors for our school – we received many compliments on their behaviour and enthusiasm for getting involved.

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  • 6th Form Open Evening

    Published 06/10/23

     *** No booking necessary ***

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  • Twyford Together Charity Fun Run 2023

    Published 28/09/23

    Twyford Charity 5k and Fun Run - Sunday 8 October at The Piggott

    Early bird, online entry is open for this year's Fun Run here at The Piggott School on Sunday 8 October. Parents and students can compete in the 5K which starts at 11:30am. Visit the Twyford Together website for all the latest details at www.twyfordtogether.org.

    The Piggott School is once again delighted to be hosting the Twyford Together Charity 5K and Fun Run. As ever, it promises to be a terrific community get-together with races for all ages, seasonal stalls and fabulous prizes as well as novelty categories and activities. Parents and students can compete in the 5K which starts at 11:30am. And if you’re inclined to think Fun Run is an oxymoron and need a little incentive to register ...Twyford’s brand new boutique café, The Orangery, is giving away a mouth-watering chocolate platter experience for four. The winner will be drawn at random during the prizegiving from entries received in advance online. So, why not team up with friends and family for the best chance of winning. For details of all the prizes and categories, visit www.twyfordtogether.org. The event is organised by Twyford Together in association with Barnes Fitness and sponsored by The Shredquarters.

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  • Open Evening and Open Days 2023

    Published 11/09/23

    Open Evening and Open Days

    Choosing a secondary school that your child will be happy and thrive in is a big decision.  This is a major milestone in your child's life and the decision is an important one. If you are considering The Piggott School, we encourage you and your child to attend at least one of our open events.

    Open Evening 2023: Thursday 28th September 2023

    On Thursday, 28th September, starting at 5pm and finishing at 8pm, parents and prospective students are invited to our annual Open Evening. There will be a short presentation at 5pm, which will be repeated at 6pm and at 7pm. You will have the opportunity to tour our school, meet with staff and pupils and ask any questions you may have. NO NEED TO BOOK.

    This is a very popular and busy evening. There will be limited parking on site so you are strongly encouraged to walk or take public transport. Some parking may be on a grass pitch area which, weather dependent, could be somewhat muddy.

    For more information and welcome vidoes, please visit our Open Evening and Open Days page on the website 

    The Piggott School - Open Evening and Open Days

    Open Days 2023

    On the below dates, parents are invited to visit the school while our pupils are in lessons. Pupils will escort you on a tour of the school, answering questions and providing information as you observe the children’s learning. This is a wonderful opportunity to see the school in full operation.

    Tuesday 3rd October

    Wednesday 4th October

    Thursday 5th October

    Friday 6th October

    Tuesday 10th October

    Tours start at 9.15am and will finish around 10.30am.

    If you would like to join one of the tours, please contact main reception in order to secure a place.

     
    The dates for the 2024 have not yet been determined.
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  • Calculators for school

    Published 30/08/23

    We hope that you have had a good summer and look forward to welcoming your child to the school very soon.

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  • GCSE and Level 2 Results

    Published 25/08/23

    Richly deserved success for GCSE students

    Following last week’s outstanding set of A level and Level 3 results, Executive Headteacher Mr Gray is pleased to announce another outstanding set of GCSE and level 2 results for The Piggott School.

    90% of pupils passed English, 92% passed mathematics and 91% passed at least two science GCSEs at Level 4 or above. Our combined best English and mathematics Level 4+ pass rate was 89%.

    Our five or more Level 4+ including best English and mathematics is 87%!

    Exceptional results were achieved across a whole range of subjects, with pass rates of 100% in eight subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Further maths, Physics, Polish, Statistics and Dance.

    Other subject highlights with outstanding pass rates included Media Studies (97%), Spanish (97%), Art & Design (96%), Computer Science (96%), French (96%), Sports Studies (95%), Photography (93%), Religious Studies (91%), Creative iMedia (89%), History (88%), Double Science (85%), Design Technology (85%), Business Studies (83%) and Geography (81%).

    The vast majority of our students will be returning to study in our sixth form this September. The Piggott School Sixth Form is a centre of excellence for Academic, Applied General and Technical learning.

    Our students and staff have worked incredibly hard and this year’s results are a testament to this. Mr Gray thanks all the teaching and support staff for their continued dedication and professionalism. Congratulations to all our students on their richly deserved success and thank you to all of their parents for their unstinting support.

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  • A Level & Level 3 Vocational Results

    Published 17/08/23

    Press Release: A Level & Level 3 Vocational Results – The Piggott School

    August 2023

    Executive Headteacher Mr Gray is pleased to announce another outstanding set of A Level and Level 3 Vocational results for The Piggott School in each of our Academic and Vocational courses.

    The staff and students have all worked exceptionally hard over the past two years and this is reflected in the outstanding grades awarded.

    Our A level pass rate was 99% with an outstanding 34% of grades at A* & A.

    63% of our results were graded at A*-B, and 83.5% graded A*-C. The average point score per A level entry was 39 points using the QCA system, making the average grade a B.

    Our Vocational Level 3 pass rate for Applied General qualifications was over 100%, with Distinction Star to Merit being 87%.

    This once again shows our outstanding sixth form as a centre of excellence for Academic and Vocational learning.

    Zac Slocombe, Year 13, said ‘I’m feeling over the moon with an A* in Business, A* in Geography and an A in Economics. I am eternally grateful for all the help and support from my teachers. I am heading off to Manchester to study Economics and Finance.

    Jess Peck and Lara Branston are excited to study at Cambridge in the new academic year. Jess said ‘I am feeling ecstatic and slightly overwhelmed to achieve 4 A*s. I am looking forward to starting a degree in Computer Science’. Lara achieved 2A*s and an A. She was elated and plans to study Geography at Cambridge from September.

    I wish all our students the very best for the future and thank all the teaching and support staff for their continued dedication and professionalism.

    D J Gray

    Executive Headteacher

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