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...]
Y9 Industry Day: Inspiring Futures at TRS
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...]
STEM Roadshow Inspires Students
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...]
From TRS to Cambridge
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...]
Capturing the Wild: A student’s passion for photography
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...]
An Inspiring Visit from Olympian Bex Wilson
This week we had the privilege of welcoming former Olympian Bex Wilson to our school to speak with our Year 9, 10, and 11 students. Bex shared her inspiring journey, from facing challenges during her school years and struggling with mental health to discovering her true self through resilience and hard work. She spoke openly about the ups and downs she faced as a student, emphasising how those experiences helped her build resilience. Her honesty resonated deeply with our students, reinforcing … [Read more...]
TRS hosts Holocaust Memorial Day commemorative assembly for Oldham
The Radclyffe School in Oldham hosted a poignant and enlightening assembly to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. The event was organised in partnership with Oldham Council, Oldham Youth Council, the Oldham Interfaith Forum, and Stuart Ferster from the Northern Holocaust Education Group. The ceremony began with a welcome from Headteacher John Cregg, followed by an opening speech from the Deputy Mayor of Oldham, Councillor Eddie Moores. In his address, Councillor Moores reflected on the … [Read more...]
Inclement Weather Notice – School Open
Dear Parent/Carer, Following an assessment of the conditions of the school site and the local area all major roads and main pathways are clear and there is no further major snowfall forecast therefore school will be open as usual. Please continue to look out for messages from the school and also check the school website for further information. Kind Regards Mr J Cregg Headteacher … [Read more...]
KS4 Curriculum Information Evening
Dear Parents and Carers, We are delighted to invite you to our Key Stage 4 Curriculum Information Evening which will be held in school on Tuesday 17th September. The event will begin at 4:30pm, end at 5:30pm and it is relevant for all families who have children at the school in Years 10 and 11. The purpose of the event is to share important information regarding your child’s education during the upcoming school year. This will include: · Details of the curriculum that children will … [Read more...]
Year 7 GL Exact Testing – September 2024
Dear Parents and Carers, As part of our commitment to provide the best education for each child at The Radclyffe School, we will administer online tests to our Year 7 students. These tests are part of the GL Exact testing programme and provide us with information on students’ word recognition, spelling, reading comprehension and dictation (handwriting and typing speeds). We know that difficulties in these areas can compromise success in lessons and assessments. As a result, we are committing … [Read more...]
