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Rossett School, Harrogate

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Rossett School details

Address:

Rossett School
Green Lane, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG2 9JP

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Exam data

Authority:

North Yorkshire

Type:

Community

Admissions:

Comprehensive

Gender of entry:

Mixed

Age range:

11-18

Number of students:

1,381

Gender of sixth form:

Mixed

Last inspection:

October 2001. Read the full inspection report.

Official school profile:

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General information

Background: Built as a comprehensive in 1972, Rossett is well-equipped, especially in technology and sport. It is over-subscribed and a massive #1m building project is in progress to meet the growing pupil roll. An extensive extra-curricular programme includes exchanges with the USA and Germany. The school offers a specific learning services facility with its own director of studies and 18 staff. Particularly successful in sport, the school received a Gold Sportsmark in 1999 and won five regional sporting competitions in 2000. It achieved Investors in People status in 2000. 'The school is truly comprehensive, all children being encouraged and supported to become successful, well-rounded individuals.' .

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