Record Numbers Attend Risedale Open Evening

25/09/2025 Top News

✨ Risedale Family Spirit Shines at Packed Open Evening on Thursday, 25th September 2025. ✨

Risedale School celebrated another record-breaking year for its annual Open Evening, welcoming over 100 families and 300 guests from 10 local primary schools on Thursday, 25th September. The school was alive with activity from the moment visitors arrived, with the school's Rock Band providing dynamic live music in the entrance hall.,

The evening's programme began with a welcome talk in the main school hall, led by Headteacher Mrs Greenwood. "Last year, we did a great deal of work revitalising and embedding our school's new Vision and Values and on raising standards of behaviour for learning," she shared. "Our Vision and Values were clearly on display tonight for our Year 6 Open Evening. We are committed to all pupils having the tools to develop Responsibility, Respect, Resilience and healthy Relationships so that they can succeed and have a strong future."

Mrs Greenwood was joined by two pupils who spoke about their personal experiences and what the Risedale Family means to them. She added, "Our curriculum is continually expanding, with new subjects like Health & Social Care and Travel & Tourism this year alone, and we utilise advanced technologies such as Virtual Reality headsets, Chromebooks, 3D printing, computerised laser cutters, and a photography studio. Tonight was a wonderful opportunity to show how our dedicated teachers, diverse curriculum, use of technology, and extensive enrichment programme come together to help every pupil succeed."

Following the talks, visitors had the option to either join a guided tour with a Pupil Ambassador or explore the school at their own pace. Pupils from all year groups helped in the classrooms, offering demonstrations and talking to visitors about their experiences of life at Risedale. Prospective pupils were also given an activity sheet and were encouraged to collect stamps from teachers to win a prize. Attendees also enjoyed taster menu items and refreshments provided by the school's catering staff.

The evening perfectly captured the spirit of Risedale, a place where pupils are encouraged to be their BEST selves, both inside and outside the classroom. Mrs Greenwood concluded, "I am incredibly proud of our entire Risedale Family; our pupils, our staff, and the wonderful community that supports us. We are making incredible changes, and I am filled with excitement for our future. We are confident that as we continue to grow, Risedale will become the first choice for more and more families."

For those who were unable to attend, all key information about Risedale School and the admissions process is available on our website, where you can also view our prospectus and promotional video.

Mrs Greenwood's presentation is available here: Risedale Open Evening Presentation 2025.