We consulted over 3000 stakeholders, including parents, staff, local councillors and MPs, Richmond 
Primary and Secondary Heads, Achieving for Children and other local community groups. Coombe Academy Trust carried out a similar consultation with their stakeholders, and the Department of Education is aware of the proposed merger and consultation. During November, face to face-to-face meetings were organised where feedback and concerns could be raised, and a consultation email address has been available to send in further comments. 

The consultation is now closed.

You have told us that you understand the reasons for the merger. 

You told us your biggest worries are about the specialisms, including Therapy, within our schools being taken away and if money and resources intended for our pupils would be used in mainstream schools. 

You have also given us your thoughts and wishes for how Auriga Schools can expand their offer for your children. 

We can reassure you that funding will only be spent on the support for that child or for the specialist provision it's intended for. This includes funding for Therapy. 

Please read the documents below for additional information and details.

Your feedback will be considered by both Trust Boards in their December meetings and if approved, the merger will happen on 1 September 2026.  Updates will be via email and on our websites.

Thank you for your participation.

Ivan Pryce                                         Jonathan Pallas
CEO                                                      Chair of Trustees 
Auriga Academy Trust                  Auriga Academy Trust

Russell campus, Ham (Primary) - Tuesday, 6th May 2025, 11:15am-12:15pm
Grey Court campus, Ham (Secondary) -Thursday, 8th May 2025, 11:15am-12:15pm
St Richard Reynolds campus, Twickenham (Primary) - Wednesday, 14th May 2025, 10:15am-11:15am
St Richard Reynolds campus, Twickenham (Secondary) - Wednesday, 14th May 2025, 11:15am-12:15pm

• voting for key events
• choosing which resources to spend money on
• choosing which food and drink to have for the Valentine's day party
• making presents for members of staff to thank them for hard work
• hosting important visitors like our local MP Munira Wilson.

To celebrate their teamwork, the learners were allowed to choose the ice cream flavour using ALD boards and Mijols even got involved himself and was served a pot of gelato by Haydn. 

Buongiorno were very generous and the learners said the ice cream was "delicious", "nice" and "my favourite". The good news is, because they are a local business, families can visit them over the summer at 149 Heath Road UNIT 2, Twickenham, London, TW1 4BH and ask Mijols to show you the Makaton for "good afternoon" that he learnt with us!

https://uk.talech.com/biz/ordering/80544221/BUONGIORNO-Twickenham-London#/menu

We look forward to visiting them soon.

Strathmore school will be incorporating lots of water play in to our week (please send in spare clothes). With so many of our learners not wanting to wear their shoes, we will support them with lightweight shoes for the playground e.g. crocs and sandals if you send them in. 

We can only apply sunscreen sent in from home and with the signed form; please contact your class if you need help with this. 

Top tips from the NHS website below to stay cool during this very warm period:

• look out for those who may struggle to keep themselves cool and hydrated – older people, those with underlying health conditions and those who live alone are particularly at risk
• stay cool indoors – many of us will need to stay safe at home this summer so know how to keep your home cool
• close curtains on rooms that face the sun to keep indoor spaces cooler and remember it may be cooler outdoors than indoors
• if going outdoors, use cool spaces considerately, keep your distance in line with social distancing guidelines
• follow coronavirus social distancing guidance and wash your hands regularly
• drink plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol
• never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle, especially infants, young children or animals
• try to keep out of the sun between 11am to 3pm
• walk in the shade, apply sunscreen regularly and wear a wide brimmed hat, if you have to go out in the heat
• avoid exercising in the hottest parts of the day
• make sure you take water with you, if you are travelling
• if you are going into open water to cool down, take care and follow local safety advice
• Remember that while coronavirus restrictions are in place, you will need to follow government guidance to use public spaces safely

More details available on the Nike website:

https://news.nike.com/footwear/nike-air-zoom-pegasus-35-flyease

Salads, Ice-cream, Cash Bar, 2nd-Hand School Clothing Sale, Live Entertainment, Bouncy Castle and More

YOU ARE INVITED TO OUR ANNUAL FRIENDS OF STRATHMORE SCHOOL SUMMER BBQ.

BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY OUT FOR A FUN-FILLED AFTERNOON AS WE CELEBRATE SUMMER AND OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY.

ALL PUPILS (PAST AND PRESENT), STAFF, PARENTS, CARERS, GRANDPARENTS, FRIENDS AND FAMILY ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US!

ADULT £8 - CHILD £5 - UNDER 5's FREE TICKETS: http://friends-of-strathmore-school.sumup.link

ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

I am very pleased to be able to share with you the report following our recent Ofsted inspection.