Rossett News Update - 17 October 2025
Parent Survey
Thank you to everyone who has completed the parent survey so far.
As part of our ongoing journey and commitment to further improvement and building an even stronger connection between school and parents / carers, we would greatly value your feedback and views about your experience with our school.
We are keen to hear what you think we are doing well, as well as any suggestions you may have for how we can do even better.
The survey should only take a few minutes of your time, and your responses will be treated in confidence.
There is also an opportunity within the survey for you to ask any questions or share any additional comments you may have.
Upcoming PTA Events
Thank you to everyone who came to our PTA Bingo Night on Friday and made it such a fantastic evening!
Congratulations to Thomas in Year 7 (and his little brother!) who took home two fantastic Harrogate Town prizes on the night!
We're very grateful to all the companies who supported the event, thank you to...Woodlands Hand Car Wash and Valeting, Oatlands Mount Fisheries, Live for Today Adventures, The Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub, Rossett Sports Centre, Harrogate Town AFC and Coach Gyms Harrogate.
If you couldn't make the bingo, there are more PTA events coming up so please save the dates:
- Year 7 Disco - Thursday 20th November - tickets are available now on Arbor!
- Quiz Night - Friday 5th December - tickets available soon!
- Wreath Making Masterclass - Thursday 11th December - tickets are available now on Arbor!
Year 7 PTA Disco
The Year 7 PTA Disco will take place on Thursday 20th November from 6 to 8pm in the main school hall.
Students can look forward to music from DJ Marty and treats from the tuck shop!
Tickets are available now on Arbor for just £10 per student which includes food.
Autumn Music Concert
Join us for an evening of live music at our Autumn Concert on Thursday 23rd October here in school. There'll be performances from our Concert Funktion Band, Chamber Choir, Year 10 & 11 bands and soloists.
Tickets are available on Arbor at just £2 each with all proceeds supporting our music department, don't miss out!
New Student Leadership Council
We are very pleased to introduce our new Student Leadership Council, a dedicated group of students from all year groups who will be sharing their ideas and hoping to make a difference together.
The council will focus on eco initiatives, developing the school site, and fundraising. We wish them all the best!
London Calling
Coming to America!
A group of Year 9 students are coming to America! They're on their way to Falmouth, Maine, to meet their exchange partners.
They had a very early start, setting off from school at 1.30am for the journey to Heathrow Airport.
We wish them a safe journey and an amazing couple of weeks!
PTA Wreathmaking Masterclass
Get into the festive spirit and join our PTA for a wreathmaking evening on Thursday 11th December at 6.30pm.
Tickets are just £30 per person and include all you need to make a fabulous festive wreath, mince pies, and hot chocolate or mulled wine.
Book your place on Arbor whilst you can!
Careers Bulletin: T Levels Week
13th to 17th October 2025 marks national T Levels Week.
T Levels are an alternative to A levels, apprenticeships and other 16 to 19 courses. Equivalent in size to 3 A Levels, a T Level focuses on vocational skills and can help students into skilled employment, higher study or apprenticeships.
Staff Development Day
Please remember that Friday 24th October is a staff development day and school will be closed to students.
Headteacher's Awards
Well done to all the students who received a Headteacher's Award this week.
These students have been nominated by members of staff for exemplifying Rossett School's 5Rs culture of learning:
- Bobby S - Year 7
- Ewan M and Ishika P - Year 8
- Mimi H and Sebastian S - Year 9
- Progress O - Year 10
- Beth M - Year 11
October Half Term at Ripon Museums
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