Today, groups of Year 11 students had the incredible opportunity to hear from Akke Rahman, a mountaineer who grew up in Oldham and the first British Muslim to conquer Mount Everest in 2022. Akke’s mountaineering journey began in 2019 with Mount Snowdon, and by October 2020, he had already set a UK record by summiting Mount Elbrus in under 24 hours. Since then, he has taken on some of the world’s toughest peaks, including Mont Blanc, Kilimanjaro (twice), Elbrus again, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, … [Read more...]

Last week, school was alive with the magic of storytelling, poetry, and bookish excitement as we celebrated Lit Fest 2025! From competitions to inspiring author visits, students across all year groups immersed themselves in the joy of reading and creativity. Throughout the week, students took part in a variety of literary activities, as well as enjoying lessons that incorporated reading-related activities, reinforcing the importance of books across the curriculum: Fairy Tale … [Read more...]

TRS was bustling as it celebrated British Science Week from March 10–14, 2025. Students celebrated the wonders of science through a range of activities, anything from engineering challenges to explosive experiments to a spectacular planetarium visit. Monday and Tuesday saw students get involved with bath bomb making and rocket blasting at lunchtime, both of which were fully booked and had queues out the door! A massive well done to Amsal in Year 7, who won the rocket competition, impressing … [Read more...]

The Radclyffe School is hosting its very own week-long Literature Festival from 10th to 14th March, celebrating the power of reading. Throughout the week, a variety of engaging activities have been planned to inspire students. From character quizzes and golden tickets to free books and VIP reader competitions, the festival is sparking curiosity and conversation across the school. On Tuesday, 11th March, the school welcomed Josh Silver, acclaimed author of Happy Head, Amazon’s Best YA Book … [Read more...]

Last week we were thrilled to chat with former student Lemaa Alisha, who recently received an offer to study Law at the University of Oxford. Lemaa, who studied at TRS from 2018 to 2023 before moving on to Oldham Sixth Form College, shared her incredible journey with us and reflected on how she got to this point. Her family were ‘over the moon’ when they heard the news, as she’s the first in her family to go to university. Getting an offer from one of the world’s top educational … [Read more...]

The Radclyffe School was alive with excitement yesterday as students and staff came together to celebrate the magic of reading for World Book Day. From thrilling challenges to inspiring book discussions, the day was packed with activities designed to fuel that love of reading. A key highlight of the event was the Golden Ticket Hunt, where students worked to find the tickets hidden around the school, which they could then exchange for a brand new free book. Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory, also … [Read more...]

At The Radclyffe School, we strive to give our students exciting opportunities to explore their futures, and Year 9 Industry Day was no exception! It was an busy day full of hands-on experiences with industry professionals, colleges, and employers, helping students discover a world of possibilities. Students had the opportunity to explore potential future careers by testing real medical equipment with Medical Mavericks, learning how virtual reality is used to train professionals like surgeons … [Read more...]

Yesterday, The Radclyffe School was proud to host the BAE Systems STEM Roadshow for our Year 7 and 8 students. This exciting programme, now in its 20th year, is run in partnership with the RAF and the Royal Navy to inspire young minds and showcase the real-world impact of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). As part of National Apprenticeship Week, this event highlighted the importance of STEM skills in future careers, demonstrating how technology and innovation are shaping … [Read more...]

We were delighted to welcome back former student and Head Boy, James Walsh, as we celebrated his incredible achievement of receiving an offer to study Engineering at Cambridge University! For James and his family, this achievement is truly special. As the first in his immediate family to attend university, securing a place at one of the world’s top institutions is a moment of huge pride. His parents are overjoyed, and his younger brother Matthew, who now follows in his footsteps at TRS, … [Read more...]

At The Radclyffe School, we love hearing about the hidden talents of our students. One lunchtime, we discovered that Azad in Year 10 has a real passion for wildlife photography. What started as simple walks in nature turned into a hobby that lets him capture the beauty of the wild. "I loved going on walks and seeing different types of wildlife, and I figured I could take my camera on my walks. Then it started to become my hobby", Azad says. For Azad, the best part isn’t just taking … [Read more...]