About us
Welcome to the Harrogate & Rural Teaching School Alliance
Who we are
The Harrogate & Rural Teaching School Alliance brings together schools across Harrogate and the surrounding rural communities of North Yorkshire. We work to share good practice, support staff at every stage of their careers, and make sure that schools of all sizes have access to the expertise they need to improve outcomes for children.
Our purpose
Our purpose is simple: to strengthen teaching and leadership so that every pupil in our area receives a high quality education. We achieve this through collaboration, with schools leading development for each other rather than waiting for central direction.
Digital expertise in schools
North Yorkshire County Council Schools ICT offers expert advice on all aspects of information and communications technology in schools. From planning and infrastructure to classroom use of digital tools, our advice helps school leaders make practical decisions that are safe, sustainable and focused on learning.
Support that works in practice
The Cirrus Team provide website and support services to schools, government agencies and the commercial sector. Their work ensures that schools have reliable online presences and dependable technical support, so that staff can concentrate on teaching rather than troubleshooting.
Explore the alliance
Find out more about the work we do, from the schools we partner with to the training and development opportunities available to our staff.