Year 13 student Josh G delivered an outstanding performance at the ISGA National Finals, held at Brocket Hall Golf and Country Club, finishing in an impressive third place in a highly competitive field.

Our Silver Duke of Edinburgh group arrived in Silverdale on Wednesday night, greeted by cool, clear skies and plenty of excitement for the days ahead. We would like to wish all of our students and staff the very best of luck as they take part in this important practice expedition.

Year 9 pupils at Rossall School took part in an exciting live design project with Gunn Athletic, an independent clothing brand based in Los Angeles.

Thirty-two incredible Rossall School students and staff took part in the Blackpool 10K Fun Run in support of Trinity Hospice, showing determination, teamwork, and community spirit throughout the event. Every participant represented the school brilliantly and should be extremely proud of their achievement.

We can all relate to the student who spends an entire weekend afternoon meticulously revising a complex topic in Mathematics or a nuanced interpretation in History, reaching a point of seemingly genuine mastery, only for that knowledge to inexplicably vanish by Monday morning.

For parents and teachers, this is a familiar frustration; for students, it can often feel like a personal failing. Yet this phenomenon is not a reflection of ability or diligence. It is a fundamental characteristic of human biology.

In 1885, the German psychologist Hermann Ebbinghaus pioneered the scientific study of memory and identified what he termed the Forgetting Curve, the exponential rate at which newly acquired information is lost when no conscious effort is made to retain it.

At Rossall, we steadfastly refuse to let hard-won knowledge slip away.

Rossall School is set to commemorate a significant chapter in its history with the creation of a new Garden of Reflection, centred around a commemorative sculpture recognising three Jewish children who found refuge at the school during the Second World War.

This week, Year 12 IB Biology students carried out their Internal Assessment (IA) practical work, an important part of the IB Diploma Programme that allows students to investigate a biological question through hands-on experimentation and independent research.

The Eco Society has been actively working this term to make a positive and lasting impact across the Rossall School grounds, with a strong focus on sustainability and environmental improvement.

Rossall School is proud to support the upcoming Blackpool 10K fundraiser in aid of Trinity Hospice. This important event brings together the local community to raise vital funds for the hospice’s ongoing work across Blackpool and the Fylde Coast.

Business and Economics Library Week took place last week, offering students a range of engaging and thought-provoking activities designed to deepen their understanding of key economic and business concepts.

This week has been another excellent one across all sports, with outstanding performances and several teams progressing in major competitions.

Rossall School been recognised nationally for its leadership in educational innovation, receiving the AiEd Certified Spotlight Award for its AI in Primary Education Conference. This achievement highlights the school’s ongoing commitment to preparing pupils for a rapidly evolving world, where technology and learning are increasingly interconnected.

Rossall School hosted bestselling author, broadcaster, and Church of England priest Reverend Richard Coles for a special literary event featuring his latest book, A Heist Before Bedtime: True Scrapes and Escapes.

Six students from Rossall School, who are also members of the Combined Cadet Force, recently embarked on an unforgettable visit to Helispeed Training Academy, where they were given the rare opportunity to experience the precision, discipline, and exhilaration of helicopter flight through a professional-grade simulator.

Last week, Year 12 IB and A Level Business Studies students from Rossall School visited Cadbury World to deepen their understanding of key business concepts in a real-world setting.

Our recent Rossall School ski trip to Les Contamines, France, was a powerful reminder of exactly that. As the fifth trip I have had the privilege of organising at Rossall, it sits among journeys that have taken students across France, Italy, and the USA over the years. Each destination has brought its own challenges and character, yet the essence of these trips remains unchanged.

On Tuesday of this week, for their first day back after the Easter break, our Year 11 cohort stepped away from their traditional timetables to participate in a Revision and Study Skills Day.  Guided by Guy Slocombe from Studyskillszone, the day was designed to empower them with the cognitive tools required to manage anxiety and maximise their revision and exam performance.  By bridging the gap between cognitive science and daily habits, we ensure that our students are not just working hard, but working smart too.

Year 8 had the opportunity to give back to their local community while also learning about the importance of sustainability. During the afternoon, students took part in a beach clean, supported by their form tutors and members of the Maths Department, who kindly joined in the effort to help care for the coastline.

We had a highly engaging Year 8 assembly before the Easter break, delivered by James S and Archie C, who spoke insightfully about farm life and animal care. Their presentation was extremely well received, with students enjoying the opportunity to hear about their real-life experiences and gain a deeper understanding of how animals are looked after on a working farm.

Rossall Old Rossallians have secured a remarkable and long awaited triumph in the prestigious Halford Hewitt Cup, claiming the title for the first time in 53 years and marking a proud moment in the school’s sporting history.