Chair of the Education and Children's Services Committee
Councillor Julia Cambridge continues as Chair of the Education and Children's Services Committee, having noted pupil achievements in March 2026.
Councillor Julia Cambridge, Chair of the Education and Children's Services Committee, noted in March 2026 that Richmond upon Thames pupils achieved top national rankings for phonics and Key Stage 2 results. A report to the committee said the borough was the top local authority nationwide for the phonics screening test and for Key Stage 2 expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics.
The Chair is the presiding officer of the Education and Children's Services Committee. This committee is responsible for overseeing educational attainment and achievement in the borough's schools, including areas such as phonics and Key Stage 2 results.
Key facts
- Councillor Julia Cambridge is the Chair of the Education and Children's Services Committee. Source
- In March 2026, the Chair noted Richmond upon Thames pupils achieved top national rankings for phonics and Key Stage 2 results. Source
- Richmond upon Thames was the top local authority nationwide for the phonics screening test. Source
- Richmond upon Thames was the top local authority nationwide for Key Stage 2 expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics. Source
- Overall attainment and achievement in Richmond schools exceed national averages across all key stages. Source
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