The Matthew Arnold School

The Matthew Arnold School The Matthew Arnold School is a co-educational secondary school with academy status located in Staines

The Matthew Arnold School has a strong position in the local community - geographically, socially, emotionally and academically. We are well-placed to attract a truly comprehensive intake, and the school already serves as a sports and social centre thanks to our outstanding sports facilities. The school has served the local community since before the Second World War. Like any school, it has had i

ts good times and faced its challenges, but it has never lost the allegiance of the local community and we have an obligation to acknowledge and maintain this loyalty by being the very best school we can be.

Calling all performers, singers, and backstage stars! 🌟 This December, The Matthew Arnold School is bringing "Little Sho...
08/09/2026

Calling all performers, singers, and backstage stars! 🌟 This December, The Matthew Arnold School is bringing "Little Shop of Horrors" to life! Students can sign up and audition this week—whether they dream of a lead role, love to sing in the chorus, or want to work their magic behind the scenes!

Auditions & sign-ups are happening in the Drama Studio:
Thursday 10th (Lunch): All Cast
Thursday 10th (3:00–5:30): Solos
Friday 11th (Lunch): Backstage
Friday 11th (3:00–4:30): Acting

Don’t miss the chance to shine on stage or support the show from behind the curtain! 🎭

New Student Club alert! Are you interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics? Join the STEAM Clu...
08/09/2026

New Student Club alert! Are you interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics? Join the STEAM Club every Thursday at lunch for fun, challenging and creative projects that bring ideas to life. Let's create the future together! ⚛️

Happy International Literacy Day! Today, we celebrate the gift of reading and writing that opens doors to new worlds! Le...
08/09/2026

Happy International Literacy Day! Today, we celebrate the gift of reading and writing that opens doors to new worlds! Let’s honour our diverse cultures, share stories that inspire, and empower each other with knowledge. Visit the Library to discover new worlds! 📚

Welcome back to school! We are so excited to have you all back, refreshed and ready for a brand new year. We are excited...
07/09/2026

Welcome back to school! We are so excited to have you all back, refreshed and ready for a brand new year. We are excited to see all our students working and enjoying time with their friends, we can't wait to see all the amazing things our students will accomplish. Lets get ready for an amazing year!

We’re getting ready to welcome our students back to Matthew Arnold! Staff have been preparing for the new term and we ar...
04/09/2026

We’re getting ready to welcome our students back to Matthew Arnold! Staff have been preparing for the new term and we are excited to see everyone return refreshed and ready for another positive year of learning, growth and opportunity.

GCSE Results Day has arrived! We are incredibly proud of our Year 11 students and all they have accomplished. Today is a...
21/08/2026

GCSE Results Day has arrived! We are incredibly proud of our Year 11 students and all they have accomplished. Today is a celebration of your hard work, determination and resilience. As you take your next steps, remember how much you have achieved and how far you have come. Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

We will be welcoming four new furry friends to the Farm later this month! Can you guess who they might be?
06/08/2026

We will be welcoming four new furry friends to the Farm later this month! Can you guess who they might be?

04/08/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that The Matthew Arnold School has achieved the Gold School Games Mark Award! This terrific recognition celebrates our dedication and enthusiasm in the 2025-2026 School Games. Huge thanks to our amazing PE Department for championing inclusive and accessible sports for everyone, both in lessons and beyond!

As we reach the end of term, we want to thank our students, staff and families for their hard work, support and commitme...
17/07/2026

As we reach the end of term, we want to thank our students, staff and families for their hard work, support and commitment throughout the year. We hope everyone has a restful and enjoyable summer break, and we look forward to seeing you again in September.

Year 7 had a brilliant day at Chessington, enjoying rides, attractions and time with friends. It was a fun-filled trip a...
17/07/2026

Year 7 had a brilliant day at Chessington, enjoying rides, attractions and time with friends. It was a fun-filled trip and a great way to celebrate their first year at Matthew Arnold.

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Staines
TW181PF

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+441784457275

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