We’re looking forward to welcoming prospective students and their families to our Open Evening.
To help you plan your visit, we’ve put together some answers to your most frequently asked questions about our Open Evening and what you can expect.
When is the Open Evening?
Our Open Evening will take place on Wednesday 1st October 2025.
The evening will run from 5.30pm – 8.00pm, you can drop in at a time that suits you.
Who is it for?
Our Open Evening is for prospective students and parents/carers who are interested in applying for a Year 7 place at our school to start in September 2026.
What can I expect?
You will have the opportunity to tour our school, meet current students and staff, ask any questions you may have and attend a talk from our Head of School.
When is the Head of School talk?
Mr Carling, Head of School, will be giving a talk to introduce you to life at Laurus Ryecroft.
The talk will be in the auditorium and will take place multiple times, (timings TBC). It will be the same each time, so you only need to attend once.
Do I need to register for the Open Evening?
There’s no need to register, you can drop in at a time that best suits you!
How do I get to the school?
Laurus Ryecroft is in Tameside. Our address is Lumb Lane, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7LJ.
Parking capacity is limited, so we strongly advise that guests make use of public transport links or opt to travel by foot to get here. If you do travel by car, please be respectful of our neighbours and avoid parking on driveways or blocking access roads.
Accessible parking is available for those who need it.
When is the admissions deadline for the academic year 2026/27?
The deadline for applications is Friday 31st October 2025. The Laurus Trust is the Admissions Authority for Laurus Ryecroft.
Find our admissions policy and more information on how to apply by visiting our Admissions page.
When do I find out whether I’ve been offered a place?
Offer day is Monday 2nd March 2026.