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Our latest KIT Newsletter is OUT NOW!

20/07/2026 KIT Newsletters

Keeping you in touch with all the latest news from Risedale.

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Risedale Pupils Shine on Stage at The Georgian Theatre 🎭

17/07/2026 Top News

Three of our incredibly talented pupils wowed audiences in The Georgian Youth Theatre's bold and spectacular production of "Back to Oz"! ✨

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Celebrating Our Attendance and Behaviour Superstars with Cinema, Pizza & Movies 🌟🎬

17/07/2026 School Trips

We wrapped up the school year in spectacular fashion, celebrating our pupils' amazing attendance, behaviour, and dedication with a cinema trip, a special film screening in the hall, and form group pizza parties! 🌟🎉

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Year 10 Celebration Assembly 🏆🎉

16/07/2026 Top News

Celebrating our Year 10 stars for their brilliant achievements, commitment to our BEST values, and dedication to our attendance motto ⭐ Be Here, Be Ready, Be Your BEST! ⭐

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KS3 Celebration Assemblies: Rounding off a Brilliant Year! 🏆🎉

15/07/2026 Top News

Celebrating our Key Stage 3 stars with achievement prizes, special shout-outs, and recognition for pupils living our BEST values as we head into the summer.

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Year 10 GCSE Artists Capture Inspiration on Whitby Trip

15/07/2026 School Trips

Risedale School’s GCSE Art pupils took their learning outside the classroom on Wednesday 15th July, embarking on an inspiring photography trip to the historic coastal town of Whitby.

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Mega Inflatables Reward Session 🎈

14/07/2026 Top News

From tackling giant obstacle courses to wrestling in sumo suits, our pupils had an absolute blast celebrating their hard work at our Mega Inflatables Reward Session!

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Connecting with the Global Forces Community Through STEM! 🌍✨

13/07/2026 Top News

Tune in this summer to hear our Year 7 Service pupils broadcasting daily STEM facts to the global military community!

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🚨 UPDATE: Non-Uniform Day For ALL as Final Week Attendance Push Begins! 🏆

10/07/2026 Top News

We are officially down to the final five days of the school year! To celebrate an incredible year of hard work, dedication, and community spirit, we have some fantastic news alongside a massive final attendance push for the last week of term.

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Sports Day 2026 🏆

08/07/2026 Sports News

This year's Sports Day was an absolute triumph, with pupils showcasing incredible talent and determination, leading to a thrilling back-to-back victory for Pankhurst House 💜!

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Flamingo Land Ultimate Reward Trip! 🦩

07/07/2026 School Trips

A perfect day of sun, rollercoasters, and incredible wildlife as 60 of our amazing pupils celebrated their hard work on the Ultimate Reward Trip to Flamingo Land!

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Risedale Celebrates Two Fantastic Days of Year 6 Transition

01/07/2026 Top News

Risedale School has officially welcomed its newest cohort of learners, as Year 6 pupils from across the community completed an action-packed two-day transition experience.

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Year 10 Pupils Explore Future Paths at Darlington College

30/06/2026 School Trips

On Tuesday 30th June, Risedale School’s Year 10 pupils took an exciting step toward their futures by participating in a series of immersive taster sessions at Darlington College.

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Tea, Cake, and a Great Cause: Year 9 Pupils Host Charity Afternoon Tea 🍰

28/06/2026 Top News

On Sunday 28th June, Year 9 pupils Olivia and Rosie hosted a highly successful Charity Afternoon Tea at Colburn Village Hall, raising vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Support as part of their Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Award.

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Prom 2026 🎓🎉

26/06/2026 Top News

A huge CONGRATULATIONS to the incredible Risedale Class of 2026!

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Risedale Drama Club Triumphs with Spectacular Production of "Magic & Mischief"! 🎭 ✨

25/06/2026 Top News

The Risedale School Hall was transformed into an enchanted woodland setting this June as our talented Drama Club pupils completely wowed audiences with their fantastic summer production, "Magic & Mischief".

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Pumbaa the Therapy Dog Brings Smiles to Risedale School 🐶

23/06/2026 Top News

Pupils from the Risedale Centre enjoyed a wonderful, therapeutic afternoon today welcoming a very special four-legged visitor—Pumbaa the support dog from Pets as Therapy!

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Nature Watch at Risedale: Our Oystercatchers

19/06/2026 Top News

Our resident Oystercatcher family is back, growing fast, and helping us put our Climate Action Plan into practice!

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Alumni Spotlight: Grace Hall-Twist’s Camp America Adventure!

17/06/2026 Alumni

Risedale alumna Grace Hall-Twist talks about her journey from the school football pitch to the lakes of New York as she prepares for an unforgettable summer with Camp America.

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Year 10 Taster Day QE Sixth Form College 🎓

16/06/2026 School Trips

Year 10 pupils visit Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College for a Taster Day, exploring A-level subjects and gaining valuable insights into post-16 academic life.

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Attendance Rewards for Summer Term 2 ☀️

15/06/2026 Top News

Get ready for the final stretch of the school year with our brand-new Summer Term 2 Attendance Rewards, featuring weekly breakfast sandwich draws, pizza lunches, and our big end-of-term celebrations!

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Year 11 Leavers' Assembly 🎓

15/06/2026 Top News

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!!!

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Operation Ice Cream Delivers Sweet Treats to Every Risedale Pupil🍦

15/06/2026 Top News

To celebrate Armed Forces Day this month, every pupil at Risedale School enjoyed a free treat today thanks to a special visit from the BFBS Operation Ice Cream van, organised by Service Pupil Manager Dr Ellis.

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ART: Food Photography Competition 2026! 🍳📸

12/06/2026 Top News

From styling fresh ingredients to cooking up a storm, our pupils truly gave it their BEST in the Food Photography Competition 2026! 📸🧑‍🍳🏆

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Drama Club Completes Hat-Trick of Successful June Cake Sales! 🧁

11/06/2026 Top News

Our Drama Club pupils hosted their third and final cake sale of June, raising vital funds for their upcoming summer production, "Magic & Mischief".

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Dalby Forest Wellbeing Festival 2026 🌳

11/06/2026 School Trips

Risedale Pupils Shine Through the Rain at Dalby Forest Wellbeing Festival 🌈

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A Storybook Send-Off for 11Bennett 🎓📖

10/06/2026 Top News

As the school year draws to a close, one tutor group at Risedale has been given a truly unforgettable send-off.

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#TeamGill Raise Over £1,500 for Cancer Research UK! ✨🎉🏃‍♀️💗

07/06/2026 Top News

Team Gill has raised an incredible £1,500 for Cancer Research UK after a fantastic Race for Life at Darlington South Park, marking 10 years since their very first run for beloved teacher Mrs Harden.

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Caitlin Digs Deep to Complete Race for Life 5k Challenge 🏃‍♀️🏅✨

07/06/2026 Top News

Risedale pupil Caitlin Arling completes 5km Race for Life and raises vital funds for Cancer Research UK.

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Drama Club Pupils Cook Up a Treat with Successful Fundraiser! 🧁

05/06/2026 Top News

Our talented Drama Club brought some serious flavour to school this week, organising a fantastic cake sale on Thursday, 4th June, to raise essential funds for their upcoming summer production, "Magic & Mischief".

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Sowing the Seeds of Success: Year 10 Biology Investigation 🌱

05/06/2026 Top News

Our Year 10 Triple Science Award pupils are turning their focus to the living world this week, launching a fascinating two-week investigation into plant life cycles.

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Our latest KIT Newsletter is OUT NOW!

04/06/2026 KIT Newsletters

Keeping you in touch with all the latest news from Risedale.

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Swaledale Festival Brings World-Class Musicians to Risedale 🎶

04/06/2026 Top News

Our Family of Learners experienced an extraordinary afternoon of classical music as part of a special collaborative performance.

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Drama Club to Enchant with "Magic & Mischief" Production 🪄⭐

03/06/2026 Top News

Get ready for an evening of spells, secrets, and spectacular storytelling as the talented pupils of the Risedale School Drama Club prepare to take the stage. This June, the club proudly presents its highly anticipated summer production, "Magic and Mischief."

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5 Stars Again for Risedale’s Catering Team ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

01/06/2026 Top News

The entire Risedale Family is celebrating after our fantastic catering team has secured another top-tier 5-star Food Hygiene Rating!

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Stitching in Style at Textiles Club! 🧵

22/05/2026 Top News

Check out the incredible craftsmanship of our pupils in Textiles Club with these stunning, custom-made bags!

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IMPORTANT UPDATE: Car Boot Sale Cancelled

22/05/2026 Top News

Please note that due to low take-up on pitch bookings, the Car Boot Sale scheduled for Saturday, 27th June has unfortunately been cancelled. Registered sellers will be contacted directly regarding their bookings.

Thank you all for your understanding and your ongoing support of our school and pupils.

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Year 10 Rewards & Praise Assembly 🏆

21/05/2026 Top News

On Thursday, 21st May, our Year 10 pupils were celebrated in a dedicated reward assembly.

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Pupils Explore Real-World Consequences Through Immersive VR Technology

21/05/2026

Risedale pupils use 360-degree virtual reality to understand the devastating "ripple effect" of knife crime and violent conflict.

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Mrs Niblett Completes Barclays Game On Football Qualification ⚽️

20/05/2026 Top News

Pupil Support Manager Mrs Niblett completes specialist training to empower the next generation of Risedale athletes and grow the girls' game.

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Hate Crime Awareness and Safety Assemblies

19/05/2026 Top News

Risedale pupils engage with local officers to explore the impact of hate crime and the importance of making safe, responsible choices.

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High-Flying Success for GCSE PE Pupils at ROF 59

19/05/2026 Sports News School Trips

Year 10 pupils demonstrate peak performance and RESILIENCE during their practical rock climbing assessments.

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Year 9 Pupils Light Up the D&T Workshop💡

15/05/2026 Top News

Year 9 pupils demonstrate technical skill and creative flair as they design and manufacture custom LED USB lamps with Mrs Vizor.

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Supporting our Service Pupils for the Future!

14/05/2026 Top News

Our Year 10 service pupils spent an inspiring morning with York St John University, transforming their unique life experiences into professional strengths through the Beyond the Barracks Project.

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Year 8 Pupils Reach New Heights During Action-Packed Residential Trip

13/05/2026 School Trips

Our Year 8 pupils showcased the true meaning of #TeamRisedale this week, tackling physical challenges and building lifelong character during their three-day adventure.

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Football Update: Fixtures at Stokesley ⚽

12/05/2026 School Trips Sports News

A fantastic afternoon of football at Stokesley as our Year 7, 9, and 10 squads demonstrated brilliant skill and Risedale values on the pitch.

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Mental Health Awareness Week at Risedale 💚

11/05/2026 Top News

As we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week, we honour the legacy of our departing Year 11 Ambassadors and invite pupils from all year groups to join our award-winning wellbeing team. 💚

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Year 9 Pupils Shine on Bronze DofE Expedition! 🥾⛺

09/05/2026 School Trips

Our Year 9 pupils showcased our school values this weekend, pushing their limits at Peat Rigg to successfully complete their Bronze Award DofE Expedition.

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Sketchbook Spotlight: Year 7 Step into the Stone Age!

08/05/2026 Top News

Our Year 7 artists ditched their paintbrushes for twigs and sticks to bring prehistoric history to life in their "Stone Age" sketchbook assessments!

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Mastering the Laws of Physics: Year 10 in the Lab

08/05/2026 Top News

Our Year 10 Triple Science Award pupils have been putting theory into practice this week, achieving "textbook" results during a challenging hands-on practical.

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Attendance Rewards: More Winners for the Friday Breaktime Butty Raffle!

08/05/2026 Top News

The rewards are continuing to roll out at Risedale, and the excitement for our weekly attendance incentives is building!

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Risedale Leads the Way with New Climate Action Plan

08/05/2026 Top News

Risedale School has officially received accreditation for its comprehensive Climate Action Plan, committing to a 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 through initiatives led by staff and the pupil-led Eco Club.

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Lest We Forget: VE Day Assemblies at Risedale 🎖️

07/05/2026 Top News

In the lead-up to VE Day this Friday, Mr Shergold and pupil speakers Violet, Alisha, and Aiden have been delivering moving assemblies that honour our military heritage and showcase our BEST values.

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Risedale Ready to Run Again: A 10-Year Tribute to Mrs Harden 🩷

06/05/2026 Top News

Ten years after raising £11,000 in memory of beloved teacher Gill Harden, the Risedale Family is reuniting at Darlington South Park to honour her legacy and race for life once again.

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Fashion & Textiles Pupils Visit New Vivienne Westwood Exhibition

05/05/2026 School Trips

Our KS4 Fashion and Textiles pupils visited the Vivienne Westwood exhibition at The Bowes Museum, exploring iconic designs and gathering creative inspiration from the "Queen of Punk."

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Month of the Military Child: An April to Remember 💜

05/05/2026 Top News

The Summer Term at Risedale began with a vibrant celebration of our service community as we marked the Month of the Military Child. Throughout April, we hosted a series of special events designed to celebrate, support, and empower our service pupils across the school.

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Year 10 Alternative Work Experience Programme

02/05/2026 Top News

From mastering cabin crew drills to trying their hand at professional trades, our Year 10s have spent a fantastic week developing essential workplace skills through an intensive and hands-on Alternative Work Experience programme.

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Year 10 Work Experience 2026

01/05/2026

Our Year 10 pupils are making a massive impression in the world of work this week, with glowing feedback from local employers!

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Festival of the Military Child 💜

01/05/2026 School Trips

Risedale’s Service Pupils demonstrated our BEST values while enjoying a brilliant day of activities, sun and ice cream at the Festival of the Military Child.

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Tea, Cake, and a Great Cause! ☕️🍰

30/04/2026 Top News

Join Year 9 pupils Olivia and Rosie for a delightful Afternoon Tea at Colburn Village Hall on 28th June to support Macmillan Cancer Support and their Duke of Edinburgh journey!

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A Warm Welcome to the Risedale Family!

29/04/2026 Top News

The Risedale family is growing! Our future Year 6 pupils have been receiving their Risedale Transition Packs, filled with everything from VIP lunch passes to sweet treats to ensure the warmest of welcomes this September.

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Marathon Milestone For Mrs Whitfield! 🏃‍♀️🏅

26/04/2026

A huge congratulations to our Examinations and Data Manager, Mrs Whitfield, who completed her 5th London Marathon this weekend in under 5 hours!

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Spring is well and truly here at Risedale! 🌷✨

24/04/2026 Top News

Bright skies and blossoms: take a look at our beautiful school grounds in the spring sunshine as we share a huge thank you to our hardworking Site Team!

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Leeds Rhinos: A Night Under the Lights at Headingley!

24/04/2026 School Trips Sports News

Our Year 10 pupils enjoyed an unforgettable night at Headingley, heading pitch-side to watch a Leeds Rhinos masterclass and bringing their PE studies to life! 🏉

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Year 11 Smash their GCSE PE Moderation🏸

23/04/2026 Top News

On Thursday, 23rd April, our Year 11 GCSE PE pupils showed incredible focus and talent as they completed their practical Badminton moderation.

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Risedale Music Department Secures New Funding! 🎸🏆

23/04/2026 Top News

Risedale School strikes a chord as a prestigious grant from the Universal Music UK Sound Foundation helps our pupils be their BEST through enhanced musical opportunities.

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Year 9 Pupil Receptionists: Living our BEST Values!

22/04/2026 Top News

Year 9 pupils Grace Hind and Leah Kumzinda are living our BEST values today, gaining vital workplace experience and serving the school community as part of our Pupil Receptionist programme.

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Year 7 Adventures at Bewerley Park

22/04/2026 School Trips

From the depths of caves to the peaks of Brimham Rocks, our Year 7 pupils pushed their limits and built lasting RELATIONSHIPS on their recent residential at Bewerley Park.

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Our NEW Year 11 Common Room is OPEN!

21/04/2026 Top News

Our Year 11 pupils are already making the most of their brand-new Common Room—a fantastic new space made possible by the hard work of our dedicated staff and the support of the Risedale community!

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Attendance Rewards for Summer Term 1!

21/04/2026 Top News

Risedale School is ready to kick off the new term with a focus on being present and prepared! We are excited to announce our attendance and punctuality rewards for Summer Term 1, offering pupils multiple chances to earn rewards for their commitment.

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Risedale Hosts Official Launch of Richmond and Hambleton Shadow Board

21/04/2026 Top News

On Tuesday, 21st April 2026, Risedale School was proud to host the official launch of the Richmond and Hambleton Shadow Board—a major milestone for youth leadership in our region.

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Year 11 Geography Field Trip to Hornsea

17/04/2026 School Trips

Year 11 Geographers put their coastal theory into practice during a successful day of fieldwork at Hornsea.

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Pop Art Perfection: Year 9 Pupils Reach New Heights

16/04/2026 Top News

Year 9 pupils are finishing their Key Stage 3 journey on a high, with nearly a third of the year group already demonstrating GCSE-standard excellence in their latest Pop Art projects.

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Beyond the Barracks: Empowering Our Service Pupils

15/04/2026 Top News

Risedale School has officially launched the 'Beyond the Barracks' mentoring programme, partnering with York St John University to help Year 10 service pupils explore their post-16 options and plan for the future.

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Month of the Military Child Launched with Inspiring Poetry Workshop 💜

14/04/2026 Top News

Risedale School kicked off the Month of the Military Child with a powerful poetry workshop for Year 7 and 8 pupils, exploring themes of transition and hope alongside guest poet Charlie Dixon and her companion Pickles.

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KS4 Spring Term Success: Celebrating Our Shining Stars

27/03/2026 Top News

KS4 Shining Stars: Celebrating our Year 10 and 11 top-nominated pupils for excellence in demonstrating our BEST values!

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Alumni Spotlight: The Global Success of Bishwadhan Rai

27/03/2026 Alumni

From Catterick to Rome: A year of international success for Risedale alumnus and artist Bishwadhan Rai.

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The Big Easter Attendance Raffle 🐣

27/03/2026 Top News

The wait is over! Today we held our much-anticipated Easter Attendance Raffle, and the atmosphere was electric. We are so proud of every pupil who stepped up their game this term.

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Year 10 v Year 11 Annual Football Showdown ⚽

27/03/2026 Sports News

A last-minute penalty and a dramatic shootout saw the Year 10s claim victory over the Year 11s in an action-packed KS4 football match on the final day of term.

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The Great KS3 Easter Egg House Competition

27/03/2026 Top News

Creativity, teamwork, and House points: check out the winners of the Great KS3 Easter Egg House Competition! 🥚✨

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Risedale Pupils Appointed as Youth Directors for RYCIC

26/03/2026 Top News

We are delighted to announce that five of our pupils have successfully joined the Richmond Yorkshire Community Interest Company (RYCIC) Shadow Board.

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KS3 Recognition Assemblies: Celebrating Success!

25/03/2026 Top News

Celebrating our KS3 stars with achievement prizes, Easter eggs, and special recognition for pupils living our BEST values.

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Sustainable Style in Year 10 Fashion & Textiles 🧵

25/03/2026 Top News

Our Year 10 pupils are proving that sustainability is always in style with their latest upcycled shirt project.

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Risedale’s Silver Success at Area Tournament ⚽

24/03/2026 Sports News

Risedale’s Year 10 and Year 8 football teams demonstrated outstanding RESILIENCE and teamwork at the Area Tournament, with the Year 10s securing a hard-fought second-place finish.

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Risedale Musicians Strike Gold at North of England Brass Band Championships

24/03/2026 Top News

It was a golden weekend for the Risedale Family at Durham’s stunning Gala Theatre, as a member of staff and one of our Year 9 pupils returned home with top honours from the North of England Brass Band First Section Championships.

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Risedale Rugby: Grit and Spirit Against the Elements 🏉

24/03/2026

Our Year 10 and 11 rugby stars braved the elements on Tuesday, 24th March, in a hard-fought encounter against Richmond School, showcasing fantastic spirit and dedication to the game.

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Future Leaders: Charlotte Swift Elected as Deputy MYP

20/03/2026 Top News

Huge congratulations to Year 11 pupil Charlotte Swift, whose inspiring campaign has seen her elected as the Deputy Member of Youth Parliament for North Yorkshire Central!

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Creativity and Commitment Shine at Art Club

19/03/2026 Top News

Creativity and commitment were on full display as pupils from all year groups worked together in the Art Studio, with Year 11 focusing their RESILIENCE on the final preparations for their upcoming exams.

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Year 10 Explore Future Pathways 🎓

18/03/2026 School Trips

Our Year 10 "Inspiring Choices" visits to York St John University provided a hands-on look at higher education, demystifying the transition from GCSEs to degree-level study.

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Year 11 Engineering: Putting Strength to the Test!

18/03/2026 Top News

Innovation is in full swing in the Technology Faculty as our Year 11 pupils put their custom-built bridges to the ultimate strength test. 🛠️

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Caitlin Arling Smashes Charity Firewalk 🔥

18/03/2026 Top News

Year 8 Risedale pupil Caitlin Arling shows incredible RESILIENCE by "smashing" a charity firewalk at the National Coal Mining Museum!

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Risedale Rugby 7s: A Day of Debut Triumphs and Teamwork 🏉

18/03/2026 Sports News

Risedale’s Year 7 rugby team claimed a brilliant silver finish in their debut tournament at Wensleydale RUFC, while the Year 8s impressed with a masterclass of teamwork on the pitch.

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Mother’s Day Magic: Risedale Pupils Craft Handmade Gifts

13/03/2026 Top News

Year 10 and 11 pupils, along with our Textiles Club, have been busy crafting beautiful handmade makeup bags just in time for Mother’s Day this Sunday!

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Year 11 Exam Success: Event Resources & Guidance

12/03/2026 Top News

The countdown to GCSEs is on! Missed our Year 11 Exam Prep evening? Catch up here on the essential revision strategies, key dates, and subject-specific advice shared to help our pupils succeed.

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KS3 Art Critics: The Verdict on ‘Snack Attack’

10/03/2026 Top News

This month, our Key Stage 3 Art pupils took on a new challenge, stepping into the role of professional ‘Art Critics’ for their homework.

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STEM Success at the Rotary Tournament

10/03/2026

Risedale engineers showcased incredible RESILIENCE and RELATIONSHIPS at the Rotary Technology Tournament, building moving bridges and proving they are the BEST version of #TeamRisedale.

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Supporting Our Service Pupils

09/03/2026 Top News

Our Service Pupil Manager, Dr Ellis, is hosting weekly drop-in sessions to ensure every pupil feels heard and supported. Whether you're looking for guidance or just a friendly face who understands the unique journey of a service child, the Risedale Family is here for you.

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Peer Reading: Celebrating Six Successful Sessions

09/03/2026 Top News

Our Peer Reading journey with Hipswell Primary has concluded as we celebrate six successful sessions of mentorship, literacy, and the growing 'reading buzz' at Risedale.

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Year 5 Cambrai Primary Science Workshop

09/03/2026 Top News

Future scientists from Cambrai Primary School joined Mr Higham and #TeamRisedale for a vibrant, hands-on Chemistry workshop to celebrate British Science Week!

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