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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
The sporting achievements of the RGS teams have continued to impress, with exciting performances across multiple disciplines. Here’s a round-up of the latest results and standout performances. 1st XI Hockey The 1st XI faced a tough challenge in their recent match against Reed’s, who have made it to the National Quarter Finals. The game began…
On Friday 7 March we welcomed manga illustrator and writer, Chie Katsuwada, to the RGS to run a series of engaging and insightful workshops for Second Form students. The sessions were a resounding success, combining fascinating content with hands-on experience, and were perfectly tailored to the students’ interests and abilities. Chie’s workshops delved into the…
This week, our school has been buzzing with excitement as we celebrated World Book Week, a time dedicated to exploring the magical world of literature. From author visits and book fairs to trips to Waterstones and dressing up for World Book Day, the pupils have been immersed in activities designed to ignite their passion for…
On Thursday 6 March, the Joint Schools’ Chamber Choir made their highly anticipated first visit to St George’s Chapel, Windsor, singing Evensong in a stunning display of musicianship. Founded in the 14th century by King Edward III, the chapel has been a place of worship for the Royal Family for centuries. Home to the Knights…
