RGS Guildford courtyard with students

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Reflection: Mutual Respect

Mutual respect is more than just politeness; it’s the recognition that every person deserves to be treated with dignity, regardless of their background, culture, or beliefs.  It’s about seeing the humanity in others, no matter the situation. One person who lived this principle was Takashi Nagai, a Japanese doctor and survivor of the Nagasaki atomic…

History News

Young Historian of the Year 2024 Fourth Form student, Joshua, has earned the prestigious title of the Historical Association Key Stage 3 Young Historian of the Year 2024. The competition, held in partnership with the Spirit of Normandy Trust, required students to write an essay on an aspect of British involvement in World War Two….

Languages Week

Last week, the Third Floor came alive with the vibrant and diverse celebrations of Languages Week, and it was an absolute success. With 14 different activities organised, students enthusiastically participated, filling the classrooms with curiosity during lunchtime. Our aim was to offer pupils a fun and immersive experience of different languages and cultures, and they…

Class of 1994 OGs Reunion

The Class of 1994 OGs gathered at the RGS on Saturday to celebrate their 30-year reunion, marking three decades since their departure from school. The event was a wonderful mix of familiar faces, shared experiences and nostalgic moments, with some members having already attended the Class of ’93 reunion the previous year, while others were…

Manchester Football Tour

This past weekend, a group of 46 RGS Prep pupils enjoyed an action-packed Football Tour to Manchester. The fun began with an exciting series of football matches against Cheadle Hulme, where the boys competed across five fixtures. Together, they racked up an incredible 34 goals, showcasing their passion and teamwork skills. The matches set the…

Reflection: Self-Respect

In the age of social media, we are bombarded with images and stories of people who live seemingly perfect lives.  No-one posts about the miserable day they just had.  It is all too easy to buy into this false narrative of perpetual success, the misguided belief that some people never lose, and as a result,…

Reflection: Honesty

Honesty is the cornerstone of character.  The honest man or woman seeks not merely to avoid criminal or illegal acts, but to be scrupulously fair, upright, fearless in both action and expression.  Honesty pays dividends both in dollars and in peace of mind.  As shown in the quote by B C Forbes, honesty is the…

Field Day 1 Activities

A summary of some of the many activities students undertook on Field Day 1: Art in Context The Art in Context group visited the Tate Modern, exploring two contrasting exhibitions. The morning focused on Anthony McCall’s Solid Light, an immersive light sculpture display, while the afternoon was spent viewing The Expressionists, a pre-WWI collection by…

Senior Prefect Team Q&A with RGSG Nanjing

With RGSG Nanjing continuing to grow and expand, their Principal, Mr Matthew Ford, sought assistance in guiding the newly elected Senior Prefect Team as they stepped into their leadership roles. To provide support, our Senior Prefect Team took the opportunity to share their experiences and knowledge with their counterparts in China. Our School Captain, Charlie…

Show Racism the Red Card Competition

We are delighted that Third Form student, Aahan, won Second Place in the T-shirt Design category of the 2024 Show Racism the Red Card Schools Competition. Aahan and his father attended the awards ceremony last week at Wolverhampton Wanderers’ stadium, where the young designer was recognised for his creativity and commitment to promoting an anti-racism message….

Reflection: Self-Discipline

What does it mean to have self-discipline?  Self-discipline is defined as the ability to control one’s feeling and to get things even when you do not want to.  It is about staying focused on long-term goals and outcomes even when faced with temptations that may lead you away from them. So why is self-discipline so…

Original Research in Science (ORIS)

This year, 17 Sixth Form students carried out Original Research in Science (ORIS) projects. The work was carried out in a number of universities including Cambridge, UCL, Surrey, Bath, Bristol, Southampton Edinburgh, and St Andrews. The breadth of research was very impressive and spanned the whole of science. Topics studied include neurology, NMR, computer science,…

International Chief Executive’s Trip to RGSG Muscat

RGS Muscat recently welcomed the International Chief Executive for a two-day visit aimed at strengthening connections, exchanging insights, and experiencing the RGS Muscat community in action. Frequent visits like this are crucial to fostering collaboration between our international schools and the founding RGS Guildford. They ensure alignment with the school’s core values and create opportunities…