When thinking about World War I, people often think about the politics of the battles, yet people rarely ever imagine what life would have been like on the home front. Guildford, like many other towns at the start of the war, experienced a surge of patriotism at a scale that cannot be imagined in today’s…
Innovation is the process of making changes in that which is established; it is the introduction of new methods and ideas, and the replacement of old ones. Innovation can come in forms as dramatic as the introduction of fire, or the wheel, or agriculture but equally it can come in a new way of tying…
RGS Guildford is delighted to have been named a winner at the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2025, where the school was honoured with The Development Award for Outstanding Fundraising Achievement. The award was accepted by Ms Popa (Development Director) and Mrs Rathmell (Head of Charity & Volunteering) at the ceremony, recognising the school’s…
RGS Guildford was proud to welcome Aisha Sanusi and Serena DeCordova from the African Caribbean Education Network (ACEN) for their annual visit, during which they delivered a series of impactful anti-racism workshops to THird Form students. These sessions form a vital part of the School’s ongoing commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. About ACEN ACEN,…
The nursery pupils at RGS Prep are thrilled to be taking part in the prestigious Eco-Schools programme this academic year, to continue to raise environmental awareness and action within the school community. Eco-Schools is a nationally recognised initiative that empowers young learners to make meaningful changes in their daily lives to protect the planet….
Rugby highlights It was a packed week for RGS rugby, with midweek National Cup matches followed by a full block of fixtures against Hurstpierpoint College. The 1st XV started strong at the National Cup Round 1with early tries from Henry T. and Alex J., but St George’s rallied to win 31–17. The U15A also faced…
In 2021, tennis champion Naomi Osaka made headlines when she withdrew from the French Open to prioritise her mental health. At the age of 23, she was already a four-time grand slam winner, and a highly celebrated international athlete. Amidst her success, however, Osaka has bravely spoken about experiencing waves of anxiety before the matches…
This week marks the start of Black History Month, a time which provides us with an opportunity to not only celebrate the contributions made by generations of Black people who have resided on these islands for centuries, but also to remind us that the society we live in today is richer because of their presence….
Our first Field Day of the year brought a variety of exciting experiences to students across all year groups, combining teamwork, creativity and personal challenge. Art in Context: London’s Masterpieces Lower Sixth Art students visited the National Portrait Gallery and National Gallery, exploring exhibitions including Portrait Artist 2025 and Radical Harmony. The day inspired their…
