Archives: Staff
Mr R King
When did you join the RGS? August 2013
What’s the best thing about the RGS? The network of support shown by the RGS community and the opportunity to achieve your goals and ambitions. My extended back garden’s not bad either!
What excites you most about coming into work each day? Working in an ever-changing environment can be extremely challenging, that’s what keeps it interesting. I get to be creative in my job every day and to see the best of everyone on the sports field.
If you could change your name to anything, what would it be? With a name like King, why would you change it? Maybe change my first name to ‘The’ (Elvis lives), but probably should be ‘Jo’!
If you were allowed one dream perk, what would it be? This is probably a stretch on the word perk, but to have a TARDIS would be amazing. If it happens, I’ll be sure to let you know how everyone at the RGS is doing in the future.
What luxury would you have on a desert island? A guitar. At least nobody would be there to hear how bad my playing was. It would have the added benefit of being able to double up as a paddle in desperate times.
What would your autobiography be entitled? ‘Keep off the grass.’ It speaks volumes.
What food will you absolutely not, under any circumstances, eat? Spirulina. If you can call it food. I was given some in a smoothie once…never again!
What’s your motto in life? Life changes, therefore, so would my motto on a daily basis. So I guess it would have to be ‘Be adaptable, whilst staying true to yourself and others.’
Mrs C Stevenson
Mr M Royds
When did you join the RGS? 2006. Then left for NZ for a few years in 2014, returned very happily in 2019.
What’s the best thing about the RGS? A rare blend of high expectations, humour and humanity.
What excites you most about coming into work each day? Helping people to make their own progress and the privilege of guarding the moral compass of young people.
If you could have one dream perk, what would it be? Climbing trips, but these are already a reality – we’ve run climbing trips to the Alps a couple of times. Deep water soloing and the Dolomites are next on the wish list.
What luxury would you have on a desert island? A longboard.
What animal most reflects your personality? A really dumb cat. Would love to think it’s amazing, but in reality can’t even open a can of tuna.
What food will you absolutely not, under any circumstances, eat? I really struggle with Moroccan lamb. Hunger makes a good enough sauce for most other things.
Mr C Lee
When did you join the RGS? Jan 2018
What’s the best thing about the RGS? The caring nature of the RGS and that there is no mistake that, whatever your role, you are part of the team.
What excites you most about coming into work each day? The variety of my role and both the challenge and rewards of managing the RGS schools overseas.
If you were allowed one dream perk, what would it be? A personal trainer at work.
What luxury would you have on a desert island? My Spotify account!
What’s your favourite film and why? One of my favourite films has to be Hot Fuzz. It’s a light-hearted reminder of my previous career as a Police Officer.
What food will you absolutely not, under any circumstances, eat? In my role I have had the opportunity to eat some great food especially in China…but chicken feet are a step too far for me!
If you could be any cartoon character who would you be? I would love to be animated and star alongside Wallace and Gromit.
What’s your life philosophy? Push, Push! – I always want to keep pushing myself and never to become complacent with the situation you find yourself in.
Ms N McClean
When did you join the RGS: 2011
What’s the best thing about the RGS? Everyone’s “can do” and “will do” attitude.
What excites you most about coming into work each day? Hoping that I’ll help inspire a “lightbulb” moment for someone.
If you were allowed one dream perk, what would it be? To have regular sabbaticals to do some acting work
What luxury would you have on a desert island? Silk pyjamas
What animal most reflects your personality? A Mongoose
What’s your favourite film and why? The Lives of Others – it just makes me hopeful that there is good in everyone.
What would your autobiography be entitled? Where’s the cake?
Mrs P Green
When did you join the RGS? September 2010
What’s the best thing about the RGS? The Old Building. It’s a magical, evocative place. Also, hearing the boys everywhere.
What excites you most about coming into work each day? Wondering what news/ideas/requests from OGs have arrived in my inbox – no two days are the same!
What’s your life philosophy/motto in life? Yes is usually a better answer than no. Make each day count and find contentment from the little things in life.
If you could change your name to anything, what would it be? Something that doesn’t have more than one l or p – endless potential for misspelling.
What luxury would you have on a desert island? My cello with an orchestra on loop. Or a duvet. Big on comfort.
What animal most reflects your personality? A Labrador – I like people, food and the great outdoors!
What’s your favourite film and why? Anything set in Italy – for the scenery/ancient ruins/escapism vibe. No need to have audio, the view alone makes me happy!
Which actor/actress would you get to play you in a film of your life? Tamsin Greig. Amazing actress whatever role she plays.
What food will you absolutely not, under any circumstances, eat? Tripe, squid/rubbery seafood. I don’t understand why it’s called food.
Mr S Orchard
When did you join the RGS? September 2009
What’s the best thing about the RGS? Getting to work alongside some inspirational colleagues, and some very talented pupils.
What excites you most about coming into work each day? I’m very lucky to work in a fantastic department that is part of a school where music is respected and taken seriously.
What luxury would you have on a desert island? Excellent Wi-Fi and my Spotify account.
What would your autobiography be entitled? Don’t Play it Again, Sam
What food will you absolutely not, under any circumstances, eat? Avocado – I just don’t get it!
If you could be any cartoon character who would you be? Scooby Doo
What’s your life philosophy/motto in life? Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit, (literally translated as ‘perhaps it will be pleasing to have remembered these things one day’). This was my school motto, and it is one that is full of hope.
Mr S Yetman
When did you join the RGS: 2001
What’s the best thing about the RGS? The people – Positive, productive and often amusing.
What excites you most about coming into work each day? The variety of my job.
If you were allowed one dream perk, what would it be? Priority use of the School’s ski lodge and yacht….if only we had them!
What luxury would you have on a desert island? A chair
What animal most reflects your personality? Lion
What would your autobiography be entitled? Living, not surviving.
What food will you absolutely not, under any circumstances, eat? Anything ocular
What’s your life philosophy/motto in life? If you are going to do it, do it properly.
Mrs S Kidgell
When did you join the RGS: 2018
What’s the best thing about the RGS? The rich history of the School and the amazing staff
What excites you most about coming into work each day? Being part of a dedicated, compassionate team
If you were allowed one dream perk, what would it be? Free first class travel for life
What luxury would you have on a desert island? A large iPad with unlimited wi-fi to keep in touch with family and friends and Google anything I need to know
What animal most reflects your personality? A cat (in a cat lover’s home).
What’s your favourite film and why? Too many to choose from although Mamma Mia is definitely my go-to ‘pick-me-upper’
What food will you absolutely not, under any circumstances, eat? Anything that is still alive!
If you could be any cartoon character who would you be? Moana
What’s your life philosophy/motto in life? Be kind