Tewin Cowper Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary aided primary school in Welwyn (Hertfordshire).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Tewin Cowper Church of England VA Primary School. At Tewin, we believe just as in Jesus parable of the mustard seed that even the smallest beginnings can grow into something extraordinary. Rooted in Christian values, our vision is to nurture every child so that they may flourish and live life in all its fullness.
As a small, caring school, we pride ourselves on knowing our children and families well. From the warm greeting at the school gate each morning to the personal goodbye at the end of the day, we work hard to ensure every child feels happy, safe, and valued as part of our school family.
Our curriculum is designed to spark curiosity and inspire children to see themselves as historians, scientists, artists, and much more. Alongside high-quality teaching, we offer enrichment experiences that support growth in knowledge, character, and faith.
We are also fortunate to be situated in such a beautiful village, with strong links to St Peter's Church and the local community, which enriches our daily life and learning.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
11 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Athletics
- Computing
- Cross Country
- Dance
- Football
- Hockey
- Lego
- Music
- Netball
- Rounders
- Swimming
Key facts
- URN
- 117457
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- Constituency
- North East Hertfordshire
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (13 current, 1 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Claudia Cowap-Whiskin | Chair of Governors | Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates | since 2025 · until 2028 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Laura Tane | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mrs Sabine Stanley | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Ms Kym Rouse | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mrs Melissa Ford | Governor | Nominated by LA and appointed by GB | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Miss Katheryn Wilson | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2025 |
| Mr Alun Puddefoot | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Erin Curnow | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Chris Dungate | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Claudia Cowap-Whiskin | Governor | Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Dr David Rawlins | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2017 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Barbara Clarke | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2016 · until 2028 |
| Revd Susannah Underwood | Governor | Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold) | since 2011 |
| Mrs Gail Elliot Former | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
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