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✨ Spend a day with our amazing Reception class (RT)! ✨
From reading to phonics fun, from hands-on maths to all the joyful learning moments in between – our little learners are always busy discovering something new, all with big smiles on their faces. 💙📚🔤
Who wouldn’t want to be part of our incredible school community? It’s not too late – apply now for September 2026 by clicking the link below! 🎒🌟
🔗https://www.darlington.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-years/admissions/apply-online/
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Well done jaxon mammy is very proud x
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Creative Crafting in Year 5! 🧵✨
Year 5 got creative in their Design and Technology lesson, making their very own cushions with button detail! 🧵✨
From choosing their own fabrics, to sewing on buttons, to stitching everything together, they really had the best time!
We can’t wait to see the finished product! 🎉🪡
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Go on son ur doing absolutly amazing keep it up x
Tiffany Hughes x
✨ WORK WITH US ✨
We have a vacancy for a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to join our team at Rydal!
If you are enthusiastic, professional, reliable, and motivated to provide a positive school meal experience for our pupils and staff, we’d love to hear from you.
🕛Application Deadline: 28th November 2025 (Midday)
Apply online by clicking the link below 👇
recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Trust/nalp
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🔔 Primary Application Deadline – 15th January 2026 🔔
With the deadline for primary applications approaching, we’ve added more dates for our Primary Application Drop-In Sessions.
We’re here to support you with completing your application and to answer any questions you may have about the application process or our school.
Click the link below to book your spot at one of our drop-in sessions 👇
www.ticketsource.co.uk/rydalacademy
If you’d like to apply online now, click the link below 👇
www.darlington.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-years/admissions/apply-online/
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What’s better than kicking off a Friday with Maths with Mr Ellis? 🤩
Our Year 6 pupils have been working so hard on fractions, confidently subtracting mixed numbers. Such a brilliant, focused lesson!
And just when they thought the morning couldn’t get any better, Mr Ellis revealed some AMAZING news…🎉 His class placed 7th out of nearly 1,400 schools across the North East in the Times Table Rock Stars competition! How incredible is that?!
We are so proud of you, Year 6! Keep shining, keep striving, and keep being the maths superstars you are! 💪📚✨
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Well done Mr Ellis and class 🙂
Love the gypsy flag on the door
Ste Donnelly
✨ More Dates Added Due to Popular Demand! ✨
Do you have a little one starting primary school in September 2026?
This is your chance to visit our wonderful school, explore our learning spaces, and get a feel for our warm, welcoming environment! 🌟
We can’t wait to welcome you – book your tour using the link below 👇
www.ticketsource.co.uk/rydalacademy
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Is your child starting primary school in September 2026?
It’s that exciting time – Reception applications are now open!
We know how important it is to choose the right school for your child. That’s why we’re running Drop-In Sessions to help parents and carers with the application process. Come along, ask questions, and we’ll support you every step of the way.
👇 Click the link below to book your slot!
www.ticketsource.co.uk/rydalacademy
👇If you’d like to apply online, you can do so via the link below.
www.darlington.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-years/admissions/apply-online/
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🎃✨ Our wonderful Reception pupils have been having a fantastic time putting their maths skills to the test in their very own Pumpkin Patch right in our outdoor learning classroom! 🍂🌿
From washing their pumpkins 🧼🎃 to counting coins on their “tickets” 💰 and working out which pumpkins they could buy, they’ve been learning and role playing all at once. Who knew maths could be this much fun?
Would you love your child to join in on the excitement and be part of our amazing Reception class starting September 2026? 🌟 Applications are OPEN now!
👉 Click the link below to apply online today, we can’t wait to welcome you to the Rydal community! 💙
www.darlington.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-years/admissions/starting-primary-education/
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Amy Green ur kids are famous this week x
At Rydal, there’s nothing we love more than seeing our amazing pupils smiling, thriving, and loving their learning! 🌟
We asked them what they love most about Rydal and their answers are sure to bring a smile to your face! 💙
From fun lessons to inspiring teachers, and friendships that make our school feel like a true community – hear it straight from our pupils themselves! 🎥✨
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Robyn Coulton Nick Coulton 🥹🤍 judey bear!
Marie Mcmanus
Amy Green
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