RGS Guildford courtyard with students

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Recent OGs Achievements and Events

The past few weeks have seen some remarkable achievements and enjoyable events for Old Guildfordians (OGs). Aidan Beaumont (OG’23) has been selected as a lock for the Cambridge team in this year’s prestigious Men’s Varsity Rugby match, which will take place on 8 March at the home ground of Saracens RFC. Aidan’s selection is a…

Reflection: Courage

While travelling to Pretoria for work in June 1893, Mahatma Gandhi was forcibly ejected from a first-class compartment of a train, despite having a ticket for his seat.  This moment of injustice inspired him to take on segregation in South Africa and eventually, led to his campaign of civil disobedience against the British in colonial…

Musician of the Year

Established over 25 years ago, The Steynor Prize or RGS Musician of the Year, was set up by John and Hilary Steynor to showcase the amazing musicianship found here at the RGS. Since its inception, the competition has gone on to become one of the highlights of the school’s musical calendar. This year’s final was…

Drama Production: Rock Bottom

The talented Year 5 & 6 Drama Club boys of RGS Prep delivered a spectacular performance of Rock Bottom, the beloved Stone Age musical by Craig Hawes. Their incredible energy, enthusiasm and dedication shone through in a production that captivated the audience from start to finish. Adding to the excitement of the event, Rock Bottom…

UK Linguistics Olympiad (UKLO)

The UK Linguistics Olympiad (UKLO) is the ultimate challenge for anyone with a love for languages, puzzles and mental problem-solving. Often described as a treasure hunt for the brain, UKLO offers participants the chance to decode secret codes, solve linguistic riddles, and explore the fascinating structures of languages from around the world. This year, RGS…

Sport Achievements

RGS Prep has been a hive of activity in recent weeks with fixtures, lessons and swimming events. From rugby matches at Bradstone Brook to impressive performances in the swimming pool, the boys have embraced every challenge with determination and team spirit. Our U9s had an unforgettable experience at Bradstone Brook, our senior school pitches, where…

How Nursery School Prepares Children for a Lifetime of Learning

Nursery school is a crucial stepping stone in a child’s educational journey, laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning. Within the Nursery at RGS Prep the focus is on creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where young children can thrive. Holistic Development At RGS Prep we emphasise holistic development from our very youngest pupils…

Sports Round-Up

In recent weeks, RGS Guildford’s sports teams have delivered a series of thrilling performances across multiple disciplines, from hockey and football to shooting and skiing. Hockey HighlightsRGS’s hockey teams have been particularly impressive, with several exciting Cup matches and fixtures against rival schools. The Under 14As faced off against Ardingly College in a tense Cup…

Reflection: Courage

The theme for this assembly is courage which is especially topical considering that Saturday 27 January was Holocaust Memorial Day. Holocaust remembrance is a topic which is very important to me, due to my family’s connection to the events which happened in the 1940s.  When my great-great-grandfather fled Nazi Germany in 1940 he changed his…

House Charity Days

Each year ar RGS Prep our School Houses host Charity Days to support their chosen charity and make a positive impact within the community. York and Lancaster House partnered to support the North Guildford Food Bank, raising awareness about homelessness and food insecurity in and around Guildford, Surrey. During breaktime, the boys engaged in a…

Co-curricular MFL Activities

RGS students recently embraced cultural and linguistic enrichment through two dynamic co-curricular Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) activities, showcasing the value of integrating hands-on learning with linguistic studies. On Monday 20 January, students had the unique opportunity to explore the traditional Japanese art of Sumi-e painting under the guidance of renowned artist Mikako Nakagami. Over a…

Old Guildfordians Reunion in Dubai

Last week a group of Old Guildfordians (OGs) living in Dubai gathered together for an event hosted by the RGS Guildford Headmaster, Dr Jon Cox,  Development and Alumni Relations Director, Monica Popa, the for the first-ever international OG Reunion in Dubai. The event was preceded by a tour of RGS Guildford Dubai, led by Assistant Head and Maths…

Theatre Trips

On Friday, Sixth Form A Level English students attended an adaptation of Sam Selvon’s The Lonely Londoners at the Kiln Theatre. The novel, a key text in the A Level English Literature syllabus, explores the experiences of “Windrush-era” migrants who traveled from the West Indies to London in the 1950s, seeking new opportunities amidst the…