Rastrick High School is a mixed-gender 11-16 Secondary School, placed in the top 90 non selective schools nationally and in the top 20 schools regionally.
History
The school was formed in 1985 following the merger of Rastrick Grammar School and Reinswood Secondary School. However, its history can be traced back to 1621.
The school is a technology specialist school and provides design and technology specialist equipment for student use.
Alumni
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Scott Benton, Conservative MP since 2019 for
Blackpool South (1998-2005)
Rastrick Grammar School
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Christopher Paul Baker
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Richard Blakey
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Life and career
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a former England and Yorkshire cricketer.
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John Ellis John Ellis may refer to:
Academics
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, Labour MP for
Bristol North West from 1966–70 and
Brigg and Scunthorpe
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Sir (Albert) Larry Lamb, editor of the ''
Daily Express
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The Sun'' from 1969–72 and 1975–81
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John E. Walker
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References
External links
EdubaseRastrick High School & 6th Form College Website
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Academies in Calderdale
Educational institutions established in 1985
Secondary schools in Calderdale
1985 establishments in England