RGS Guildford courtyard with students

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Spanish Immersion Trip

In the first week of the Easter holidays, thirty-eight First and Second Form Spanish students embarked on an exciting journey from Guildford, Surrey to the North of Barcelona for a Spanish immersion trip. Set in the beautiful and tranquil surroundings of Mas Pages, the trip was designed to enhance the students’ language skills and cultural…

Gold DofE Expedition and Silver DofE Practice Expedition

The Easter break saw RGS Guildford students continue their Duke of Edinburgh Award progress with both a Silver and Gold expedition taking place. The students embarked on these adventures with plenty of enthusiasm and energy, and fortunately, under bright skies and glorious weather. Gold DofE Expedition This was an excellent expedition to the Brecon Beacons…

RGS Guildford Welcomes Students from RGS Guildford Dubai

RGS Guildford was delighted to welcome students and staff from RGS Guildford Dubai last week for a full and enriching programme of academic, cultural, and co-curricular activities. The visit offered pupils from both schools the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and share in the spirit of the wider RGS community. The week began with a welcome…

Cricket Tour to Sri Lanka

During the first week of the Easter holidays, the RGS Guildford Senior Cricket team set off on an exciting 11-day tour to Sri Lanka. This tour was not only a test of their cricketing skills but also an opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich culture and history of Sri Lanka. Cricket Matches and Highlights…

Shooting Competitions

The Easter break saw RGS Guildford take part in a number of shooting competitions.  Congratulations to everyone involved in the competitions for their individual and team achievements. Easter Camp 2025: At Easter Camp this year we were joined by five other schools (Wellington, Charterhouse, Marlborough, Gresham’s and Bradfield) to both practice fullbore skills and to…

Senior Prefects 2025-2026

Royal Grammar School (RGS) Guildford recently celebrated the appointment of its new senior prefects and house captains, marking a significant milestone in the academic year. These roles are pivotal in maintaining the School’s reputation for fostering a sense of inclusion and community amongst its students and are a testament to the School’s commitment to nurturing…

RGSG Nanjing’s UK Visit

We were delighted to host students from our sister school, RGSG Nanjing, for a week-long visit that celebrated cultural exchange, academic collaboration, and the strong ties between our two schools. This visit provided a valuable opportunity for students and staff to engage in meaningful interactions, fostering a spirit of global learning and friendship. Our visiting…

RGS & GHS Joint Concert at G Live

Looking out over a packed auditorium at G Live, the excitement was intense at the prospect of once again hearing the tremendous, massed forces of both the RGS and GHS in their biannual Joint Concert. With combined choirs from both schools, a joint orchestra, and the additional vocal talents of the Parents and Staff Choir,…

Le Bossu de Notre-Dame

A little of Paris came to Guildford this week with RGS Guildford’s MFL production of Le Bossu de Notre-Dame, an adaptation of Victor Hugo’s iconic gothic novel, brought the heart-wrenching tale of Quasimodo and Esmeralda to life with stunning individual artistry and emotional depth. For a story set in 1482, the intimate Tudor setting of…

Ernie’s Incredible Illucinations

Alan Ayckbourn’s play Ernie’s Incredible Illucinations follows Ernie, a likeable kid whose vivid and wildly-imaginative daydreams have begun to manifest as sudden, absurd real-world situations.  The enthusiastic and versatile young cast – many performing on stage for the very first time – delivers a sharp, funny and warmly endearing adaptation which canters through a succession of ever-more…

RGS Prep Celebrates British Science Week

This week, the RGS Prep community has been celebrating British Science Week with a series of engaging activities, showcasing the staff and students’ passion for science. The week kicked off with an inspiring assembly by one of our Year 6 Form Groups, introducing the theme “Change and Adapt,” which set the tone for a week…

ISI Inspection Report January 2025

RGS Guildford is delighted to announce the findings of its latest inspection from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), a report which highlights the School’s exceptional standards across all areas of provision.  The inspection focuses on five areas: Leadership and management, and governance; Quality of education, training and recreation; Pupils’ physical and mental health and emotional…

Reflection: Exploration

“It’s like everyone tells a story about themselves inside their own head.  Always.  All the time.  That story makes you what you are.  We build ourselves out of that story”.  This is a quote from the novel The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss which came to me as I sat in my room…