Rossett School
URN: 136896 • Harrogate HG2 9JP
Overview
- Name
- Rossett School
- URN
- 136896
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- RED KITE LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 42.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Timothy Milburn (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01423564444
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Green Lane, Harrogate HG2 9JP
Summary
Rossett School, located in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 795 students, against a capacity of 1,418. As part of the Red Kite Learning Trust, the school aims to foster an inclusive environment where every student is welcomed, accepted, and valued. The school’s ethos is built on shared values that promote respect, responsibility, readiness, resilience, and reflection, encouraging students to develop both academically and personally.
The curriculum at Rossett School is designed to be innovative and cohesive, integrating technology to enhance learning experiences. The school prides itself on delivering a quality education that prepares students for future challenges. Recent Ofsted inspections have rated the school as 'Good' in all areas, highlighting its welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
Rossett School actively engages with the community, offering various events such as school tours for prospective Year 6 parents and opportunities for students to participate in local activities, like the Harrogate Parkrun. This commitment to community involvement reinforces the school's dedication to holistic student development and success.
The curriculum at Rossett School is designed to be innovative and cohesive, integrating technology to enhance learning experiences. The school prides itself on delivering a quality education that prepares students for future challenges. Recent Ofsted inspections have rated the school as 'Good' in all areas, highlighting its welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
Rossett School actively engages with the community, offering various events such as school tours for prospective Year 6 parents and opportunities for students to participate in local activities, like the Harrogate Parkrun. This commitment to community involvement reinforces the school's dedication to holistic student development and success.
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Nearby alternatives
- Harrogate Grammar School (79.5)
- St John Fisher Catholic High School (76.8)
- Harrogate Grammar School (70.2)
- Rossett School (70.2)
- St Aidan's Church of England High School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- RED KITE LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1418
- Pupils
- 795
- Boys
- 413
- Girls
- 382
- FSM %
- 22.50
- Open date
- 2011-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 795 | 413 | 382 | 1418 | 22.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 904 | 469 | 435 | 1418 | 22.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1205 | 630 | 575 | 1418 | 17.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1205 | 630 | 575 | 1418 | 17.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1284 | 689 | 595 | 1418 | 15.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1416 | 740 | 676 | 1418 | 10.10 |
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