Rossall School Featured in My Top Schools UK

Rossall School is proud to be featured in a recent article by My Top Schools UK titled Top UK Independent Schools for Sport: How to Choose the Right School for Your Child. The article highlights schools that are leading the way in combining academic excellence with outstanding sporting provision.

The feature recognises Rossall’s commitment to developing young athletes within a strong educational framework. Central to this approach is Headmaster Mr Andrew McBride, whose extensive background in elite sport helps shape the school’s vision. A former youth footballer in a Premier League Academy and an experienced coach of men’s and women’s national and international teams in New Zealand, Mr McBride brings first-hand knowledge of high-performance sport to his leadership of boarding, education, and athletic pathways at Rossall.

Under his guidance, Rossall provides an environment where students are supported to succeed both academically and in their chosen sports. The school places equal emphasis on personal development, encouraging character, resilience, and leadership alongside sporting achievement.

With expert coaching, excellent facilities, and a close-knit and supportive community, Rossall ensures students grow academically, socially, and physically. This holistic approach prepares young people not only to excel in sport, but also to thrive in life beyond school.

The full article can be read here.