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Last week, our Year 8 students enjoyed a fantastic and inspiring visit to the University of Liverpool, as part of our ongoing focus on raising aspirations and encouraging students to think about their future pathways.

During the trip, students explored the impressive campus and got a real feel for what university life might be like. They visited lecture halls, social spaces and learning facilities, and had the chance to speak to current students about their experiences.

One of the highlights of the day was an exciting science demonstration involving liquid nitrogen. Students saw how materials react at extreme temperatures, even turning rubber solid enough to shatter like glass. It was a great way to bring science to life and sparked plenty of curiosity around STEM subjects.

The visit was both educational and enjoyable, giving students the opportunity to experience something new outside the classroom and think about the wide range of opportunities available to them in the future.

We are incredibly proud of how our Year 8 students represented the school throughout the trip, showing excellent behaviour and a really positive attitude. We hope the experience has inspired them to aim high and keep working towards their goals.

On Thursday May 14th, a group of 10 of our Year 7 girls had the exciting opportunity to represent the school at the Lancashire Cricket Foundation’s Spirit of Cricket Festival, held at the iconic Emirates Old Trafford.

From the moment they stepped onto the pitch, the girls were outstanding. They performed brilliantly across every game and activity, showing real confidence and determination, and in many cases, dominating their matches. Just as importantly, they demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship throughout the day.

The festival provided a fantastic opportunity for the students to develop their skills and deepen their understanding of cricket, all within a truly special setting. Playing at a professional ground is something most young players only ever dream about, and the girls embraced every moment of the experience.

A real highlight of the day was the chance to meet a professional player from the Lancashire Women’s team, as well as Lanky, Lancashire Cricket Club’s much-loved mascot. These moments made the day even more memorable and inspiring for the students.

In the lead-up to the trip, the girls were reminded just how unique this opportunity was. Access to Emirates Old Trafford is incredibly rare, and being selected alongside just 18 other schools from across the region to play on the ground made the experience even more special.

We would also like to recognise the fantastic support behind the scenes from staff, whose efforts helped make this opportunity possible. It was a truly valuable experience for our students, one that will hopefully inspire even more young girls to get involved in cricket.

It’s safe to say that the future of girls’ cricket at Ryecroft is looking incredibly bright!     

Fifty student leaders from Years 7 to 10 at Laurus Ryecroft recently visited the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester as part of the Festival of Childhood schools programme.

Run by the Children’s Commissioner and now in its second year, the festival explores the future of childhood, bringing together young people and decision-makers to discuss the issues that matter most to them.

Throughout the day, students took part in a range of engaging workshops and interactive sessions focused on childhood, society and innovation.

They demonstrated outstanding maturity, curiosity and respect, contributing thoughtfully to discussions and approaching every activity with enthusiasm.

Museum staff were highly complimentary about the group’s behaviour, noting that our students were a credit to the school. Their willingness to participate fully and share ideas confidently made the visit both productive and enjoyable.

The trip provided a valuable opportunity for our student leaders to develop their leadership skills beyond the classroom while engaging with thought-provoking themes in an inspiring setting.

We are extremely proud of how they represented the school and look forward to building on the experiences gained during the visit.