RISE Reception Network


We are pleased to be one of the five lead schools in Yorkshire and the Humber

Each region has five reception networks, creating a national network working collectively to raise standards across early years education. The lead schools in Yorkshire and the Humber are: 

  • Beech Hill School (The Family of Learning Trust) 
  • New Mill Infant School (Learning Accord Multi Academy Trust) 
  • Outwood Primary Academy Woodlands (Outwood Grange Academies Trust) 
  • Thornton Dale CofE Primary School (Elevate Multi Academy Trust) 
  • Whitkirk Primary School (Red Kite Learning Trust) 

What reception networks offer 

Each network is led by a lead school, selected for its strong and sustained reception outcomes. These schools will work with other schools in their area to:  

  • facilitate professional discussions about teaching, learning, and leadership in reception
  • host open days and visits so peers can observe high quality reception practice 
  • share resources, tools, and approaches that help strengthen provision across the early years
  • hold regular virtual network meetings to make collaboration accessible, flexible and open to all schools in the network

This collaborative model is designed to complement - rather than replace - existing early years support, including stronger practice hubs, English and maths hubs and the work local authorities are doing to strengthen reception and GLD outcomes as part of the best start in life strategy. It ensures schools can easily access reception specific expertise when they need it. 

How you can become involved

Please see the flier below for more information on our current network offer and how to reserve a place.
Please note: further information will be added shortly, detailing the offer as it expands in to the next academic year