Rack House Primary School

Headteacher's Welcome

Article 28: You have the right to a good quality education.

Article 29: Your education should help you use and develop your talents and abilities.

It is with great pleasure and excitement that I extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you to Rack House. As the Headteacher, I am honoured to be a part of this vibrant and dynamic educational setting. At Rack House we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our committed staff are passionate about fostering a love for learning, encouraging curiosity, and instilling values that will serve our pupils well throughout their lives. We take pride in our strong sense of community and collaboration, and we believe in working together with parents and guardians to ensure the success and well-being of every child. Communication is key, and we are committed to keeping you informed and involved in your child’s educational journey.

Our school values diversity and inclusion, and we celebrate the unique strengths and talents that each pupil brings to our community. We aim to create a safe and supportive atmosphere that encourages individual growth and collective achievement.

I invite you to explore our website, attend school events, and engage with us in the various opportunities for collaboration throughout the academic year. Together, we can create an enriching and fulfilling educational experience for your child. Thank you for entrusting us with the education and well-being of your child. I look forward to a successful and rewarding partnership in the years ahead.

Warm regards,

Darren Amesbury
Headteacher

Reminder

15 May 2026

Important Reminder

Good afternoon, Please remember that the next phase of our building works will commence on Monday 18th May. As outlined in the letter, the school car park will be CLOSED from 8:15am each day. Unfortunately, parents/carers will not be able to use the car park for drop-off or collection during this period. Please allow extra time at the start and end of the school day, as there may be increased traffic around the local area. Thank you for your continued patience and support whilst these important improvements take place.
Important

18 November 2025

December FACE Family Advice Free Training

Hi everyone, here is the timetable for December's FACE family advice training. This training is FREE! To book onto the training, you need to visit the PARENTS page of the FACE website (facefamilyadvice.co.uk) where you can view the 16 regular talks for parents. Choose a topic and click through the booking calendar to find a date and time that suits you. At the payment stage of booking, enter the code RH230625 where it says ADD PROMO CODE. This will reduce the price from £24 to £0 The talks are on a four-weekly rotation and alternate between morning sessions (10:00-11:30) and evening sessions (19:00-20:30). Links to recordings of the talks are available for 48 hours after the live session. If you cannot make a live session, you can book on and then email to request the recording link. We've had some great feedback about the training so far: "We did the Facing Defiance course and it transformed the summer for our family. It had lots of easy to understand information and practical things we could do to encourage positive behaviour in our kids straight away. The webinar was really supportive and non-judgmental, and both the kids have genuinely enjoyed the changes too!" "I have joined a couple of sessions now, really useful, lots of tips and ideas. Thank you for having this platform"
Important

17 November 2025

Ofsted Notification - November 2025

Dear Parents and Carers, Please find attached a letter regarding our upcoming Ofsted inspection. The link to complete Ofsted's online survey, Ofsted Parent View, can be accessed here: https://parentview.ofsted.gov.uk More information regarding this survey can be found in the letter. Many thanks,
Newsletter

7 November 2025

Newsletter

Good afternoon, The latest school newsletter is attached. I know this is mentioned in the newsletter, but it deserves a special mention and a special thank you in this ping too! A huge thank you to all our parents and carers for supporting today’s non-uniform day and for your incredible Christmas Fayre donations. The response has been overwhelming — Miss Kelly’s office is absolutely bursting with goodies! Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated, and we’re so grateful for the amazing support you continue to show our school community. Thank you! Have a lovely weekend. 💕
Important

2 November 2025

Important Information for tomorrow

Good evening, Building Update – Important Information for Tomorrow Welcome back! As we return after half term, we wanted to remind everyone about the ongoing building work and some temporary changes to drop-off and collection arrangements. ✅ Lawton Moor entrance will be closed during this phase of work. 🚶‍♀️ Newall Drive and Yarmouth Drive entrances will remain open for all pedestrian access. The contractors have now moved onto the Key Stage 2 side of the building, and this phase is expected to last around five weeks. Drop-off and Collection Arrangements: • Y5 & Y6 – Please use the Year 6 ramp and door. • Y3JM & Y3NJ – Use the far door near the Reception playground (usual Y3 pick-up door). • Y4JR – Drop off at the Year 3 door near the Reception playground and pick up from the Breakfast Club door. • Y4CS – Use the door opposite the Resourced Provision ramp, to the left of the main playground gate. • Y1MS & Y1MC – Use the Y1MS door near Nursery. • All other classes – No changes. Staff will be on hand in the morning to help direct everyone and make sure drop-off runs smoothly. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we continue to work through this phase safely and efficiently. We hope everyone enjoys a good night’s sleep, and we’re really looking forward to seeing all the children (and you!) tomorrow morning.
Important

17 June 2025

Building Works Phase 2 New Roof

Good afternoon, Please read the attached important letter regarding planned building works (Phase 2 of the new roof) at the school which are due to start on Monday 30th June. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the upcoming building works, please do not hesitate to speak to Mr Amesbury or Miss Ashraf. They will be more than happy to provide you with further information and address any queries you may have. They are available on the gates in the morning or you can contact them via the school office. Thanks.

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