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23
Oct
BOARDING SCHOOL LIFE: photo gallery
23
Oct
RGS show jumpers excel at national championships
22
Oct
Eden celebrates a 'once in a lifetime' opportunity
22
Oct
Llew wins coveted organ scholarship
22
Oct
Students learn how to save a life
15
Oct
RGS rail buffs enjoy a first-class treat
15
Oct
Powerful presentation inspires student charity fundraisers
14
Oct
Triumphant archer Andrew aims high
14
Oct
Budding poet Molly wins top prize
09
Oct
Daniel makes it a hat-trick
09
Oct
An experience worth more than gold
30
Sep
Budding politician scores a University of Oxford double
24
Sep
Ismay wins coveted dance place
19
Sep
Joseph's prize-winning essay brings the Galapagos Islands to life
19
Sep
Young RGS leaders shine
19
Sep
Hockey player Olly is a name to watch
19
Sep
Students swimming distance from Yorkshire to India
18
Sep
Budding poet wins high praise
18
Sep
Rail enthusiasts' essays are just the ticket
18
Sep
Learning from the world of work
07
Sep
Olly and Harry take on the Great North Run
04
Sep
A huge, warm RGS welcome to new students
23
Aug
Badminton star nets top grades
23
Aug
Year 9 entry student Katelyn celebrates all the nines
23
Aug
Double celebrations for birthday girl Chesna
22
Aug
Nancy's clean sweep of 12 grade 9s among exceptional GCSE results
22
Aug
Paralysed teenager is on cloud nine after triumphing in GCSEs
22
Aug
William can count on following his passion after achieving top GCSE scores
22
Aug
Young Yorkshire cricketer hits GCSEs for six
17
Aug
A-levels bring Josephine one step closer to her dream career
16
Aug
Hard work pays off for aspiring doctor Lucie
16
Aug
Top athlete Archie wins a clutch of A*s
15
Aug
England karate star smashes A-levels
15
Aug
Coral set for a life on the open waves
15
Aug
Student transformed after last-minute ADHD diagnosis smashes A-levels
15
Aug
Double celebrations for birthday girl Sufwana
15
Aug
Oliver smashes A-levels after major op and 5 months off school
15
Aug
Lots of happy faces as students are rewarded for efforts
15
Aug
Talented dancer jumps for joy after achieving top A-levels
15
Aug
Sam is off to Cambridge
15
Aug
Victorious rugby captain scores top grades
11
Aug
'I find it all quite emotional': a teacher's reflection on exam results days
04
Aug
Simon races his way to national championship crown
21
Jul
RGS celebrates and gives thanks
18
Jul
RGS equestrian star is riding high
18
Jul
Top RGS rider to represent the North of England
18
Jul
World record breaker returns to school to inspire pupils
18
Jul
Students choose charity for year of fundraising
17
Jul
School Sports Awards 2024
17
Jul
Solar panels to drive RGS's sustainable green future
16
Jul
Language students impress Oxford judges
08
Jul
Students savour sweet smell of success
08
Jul
Intrepid students stretch themselves in the great outdoors
04
Jul
‘Boarding at RGS has been a life-changing experience’
30
Jun
Talented dancer Sahana to perform in India
28
Jun
RGS track and field stars shatter records
19
Jun
Help us celebrate our sporting stars
18
Jun
Students urged to use their right to vote
17
Jun
U15 girls crowned Yorkshire cricket champs
13
Jun
RGS golfers proud to represent Yorkshire
13
Jun
Olivia to explore secret histories at Cambridge
13
Jun
Isabelle picked to play for county
12
Jun
Students urged to 'stop, think and walk away'
11
Jun
Green-fingered students blossom
11
Jun
Caring for the carers
11
Jun
D-Day remembered 80 years on
22
May
Delve into our RGS treasure trove
17
May
University challenge
17
May
Swimming for Alan
15
May
Budding RGS lawyers win case
10
May
Farewell to the wonderful Class of 2024
09
May
Gold honour for 26 past pupils
09
May
Praise for outgoing student leaders
08
May
A fond farewell to this amazing bunch!
08
May
RGS appoints new student leaders
02
May
Students learn to save a life
25
Apr
Budding RGS chemists shine
25
Apr
Martial arts star Tom ranked top in Britain
25
Apr
Rubik's cuber Kris wins silver in nationals
24
Apr
RGS students step up to the bar
22
Apr
RGS rugby players crowned Yorkshire champions
19
Apr
Students take on Navy cook-off challenge
19
Apr
RGS community comes together for fundraising concert
19
Apr
Fantastic four singers soar to new heights
19
Apr
Nadine sets her sights on nationals
19
Mar
Teamwork helps intrepid students to success
15
Mar
Students get a head start on planning for the future
14
Mar
Talented musicians excel at music festival
13
Mar
RGS skiers sparkle in prestigious Alpine races
11
Mar
Award-winning RGS actors shine on stage
11
Mar
Pip takes gold and silver in nationals
07
Mar
REVIEW: Sweeney Todd is a triumph!
06
Mar
RGS awarded School of Sanctuary status
04
Mar
Students prepare to bring grisly musical to the stage
28
Feb
Students raise £10,204 for children's hospice
28
Feb
Talented RGS golfer wins US university scholarship
22
Feb
Gold medal joy for Aiden
08
Feb
Fencing star heads to nationals
08
Feb
Talented musicians flourish in exams
24
Jan
Students celebrate runaway success as they head to nationals
24
Jan
RGS in top 200 sporting schools in England
19
Jan
RGS girls win their House of Lords debate
18
Jan
Linguist Max wins top prize
18
Jan
Cathedral scholars sing for joy
17
Jan
Non-uniform day for Alan
17
Jan
Save our sports pitch
12
Jan
Courtroom win for RGS
20
Dec
RGS community comes together in choral celebration
20
Dec
FRGS 1555 Ball raises £11,000
14
Dec
A magnificent showcase: Christmas Concert 2023
13
Dec
Students and carers enjoy fun-filled party
08
Dec
Young poetry lovers impress judges
08
Dec
Christmas Concert 2023
08
Dec
Anastasia wins a place in top national choir
07
Dec
County honour for rugby player Liv
07
Dec
Students spread festive cheer
07
Dec
RGS wins Healthy Schools award
06
Dec
Rising equestrian star is a name to watch
06
Dec
Karate star to compete for English team in Japan
06
Dec
Beth hits the right notes to win a place in national orchestra
06
Dec
Royal honour for Ella-Grace
01
Dec
RGS named 'Top state school in the North' (Sunday Times 2024 Parent Power Guide)
29
Nov
Will launches Christmas fundraiser in memory of baby Emma
25
Nov
Hockey stars make Yorks & NE finals
24
Nov
Magnificent seven RGS musicians win awards
22
Nov
Cathedral honour for RGS students
17
Nov
Students shine on and off stage
16
Nov
Enjoy a tour of our online art gallery
16
Nov
RGS netball trio called up to represent county
15
Nov
Horn player Tom makes his BBC debut
15
Nov
Gymnast Isabella enjoys experience of a lifetime in Denmark
15
Nov
Phoebe makes a huge splash
10
Nov
RGS community joins together in moving Act of Remembrance
08
Nov
Judo star to compete in British championships
08
Nov
Award for sixth form volunteers
08
Nov
William captures something special in the skies
08
Nov
Ambitious Mehreen gets a kick out of her sport
26
Oct
CHARITY WEEK: Putting the fun into fundraising
25
Oct
Green-fingered pupils win gold
20
Oct
Amazing Grace selected for British Youth sailing
20
Oct
Sporty students are the pride of their school
17
Oct
Students learn how to save a life
17
Oct
Students launch fundraising drive for children's hospice
12
Oct
Take a tour of our latest online art gallery
09
Oct
Budding young poets get their work in print
09
Oct
Edie and Eden are one step closer to England dream
09
Oct
Show jumpers win place in national finals
04
Oct
Talented young swimmer on the crest of a wave
04
Oct
Triathlete Archie in the national top 30
04
Oct
Rail enthusiasts' first-class essays are just the ticket
02
Oct
Budding young photographer features in Yorkshire exhibition
02
Oct
Teenage gamer's poem triumphs
27
Sep
Students praised after dramatic mountain rescue
20
Sep
Athletics star Isaac in the national top ten
20
Sep
Yorkshire brothers follow in the footsteps of their sporting heroes
11
Sep
Enjoy a tour of our online art gallery
11
Sep
SPORTS AWARDS 2023: the pride of RGS
05
Sep
A huge, warm RGS welcome to new students
04
Sep
Ten students celebrate golden achievement
25
Aug
Aspiring aerospace engineer is on cloud nine
24
Aug
Budding young mathematician gets the numbers she hoped for
24
Aug
Nia's one step closer to her dream of becoming a doctor
24
Aug
Star performer's GCSEs take her to the next stage
24
Aug
Positive thinking behind ambitious Anastasia's GCSE success
24
Aug
Talented pianist says hard work is key to success
24
Aug
'Students worked through adversity & disruption to achieve strong results'
24
Aug
Talented tennis player aces his GCSE results
24
Aug
County rugby player scores top GCSEs
24
Aug
Singer Theo is on track for a career in music
17
Aug
Student who lived in a caravan achieves top grades
17
Aug
Students buck national trend to celebrate record A-level results
17
Aug
Young entrepreneur proves the perfect advert for her tutoring business
17
Aug
Indiana overcomes struggle with dyslexia to achieve top grades
17
Aug
Grieving student whose father underwent major heart surgery triumphs at A-level
17
Aug
Musician Sam returns from troubled Jamboree to end school on a high note
17
Aug
Young musician's learning reaches a crescendo
17
Aug
Head boy and head girl lead from the front
21
Jul
RGS celebrates and gives thanks
20
Jul
Autistic author and campaigner urges students to think differently
19
Jul
Top Cambridge honour for RGS chemistry students
06
Jul
A record-breaking Sports Day 2023
29
Jun
Sports Awards appeal: can you help?
29
Jun
'Imagine a world where healing replaces harm'
27
Jun
Hockey stars celebrate major triumphs
27
Jun
Anna impresses Oxford and Cambridge
27
Jun
Evie honoured for her floral tribute to King Charles
22
Jun
Golfer Sam smashes fundraising challenge
21
Jun
Rubik's cuber Kris wins golds
21
Jun
Netball stars excel in major tournament
19
Jun
Sam's takes on epic golf challenge for charity
12
Jun
Urgent appeal
25
May
RGS stars have their sights set on national glory
22
May
Budding young entrepreneurs win praise at regional final
17
May
Star athlete wins golds at Yorkshire championships
17
May
Students learn how to save a life
17
May
New student leaders appointed
16
May
Farewell to the amazing Class of 2023
16
May
Students say goodbye amidst laughter and tears
11
May
Rising cricket stars are full of Beans
09
May
Is humanity at a crossroads?
03
May
William's efforts add up to national success
26
Apr
Eva sings her way to success in national competition
26
Apr
Trio of talented riders are off to the nationals
26
Apr
RGS students excel in national maths challenge
25
Apr
London's calling for artist Mia
25
Apr
Students raise £9,444 to help transform lives
19
Apr
Olivia rises to challenge to win national acclaim
19
Apr
Talented Leo selected for top orchestra
19
Apr
Rising netball stars win area championship
19
Apr
Students host a fun party for local carers
01
Apr
A chance to explore our Yorkshire roots
30
Mar
Young entrepreneurs bag a top award
30
Mar
Students pick up top tips at careers fair
30
Mar
Soloists given a chance to shine at Spring Concert
29
Mar
RGS praised for ‘astonishing’ student progress
15
Mar
RGS quizzers are put through their paces
09
Mar
Students land a prize catch
23
Feb
Students shine in musical showcase
02
Feb
Fallen trees inspire students to branch out in business
24
Jan
Big-hearted young chef raises dough for RGS
24
Jan
Equestrian stars qualify for nationals
19
Jan
Swim star Nadine excels in major competition
19
Jan
Concerned doctor warns students of the dangers of vaping
19
Jan
RGS: A 450-year history
12
Jan
Caring Ella-Grace is Cadet of the Year
05
Jan
Welcome back to the Class of 2022
19
Dec
TRIBUTE: 'A great supporter who made a difference to RGS'
14
Dec
Five star reviews for RGS Christmas dinner
14
Dec
RGS community joins together in Christmas cathedral celebration
10
Dec
RGS named 'Top state school in North' for tenth year running
07
Dec
Festive musicians deck the hall
05
Dec
RGS swimmers among the fastest in England
02
Dec
Christmas present appeal
30
Nov
World AIDS Day: Headmaster's assembly
29
Nov
RGS footballer's world class experience
28
Nov
Young poets win through to national final
24
Nov
On top of the world: Government praise for RGS languages department
24
Nov
Congratulations to our North Yorkshire hockey champs
23
Nov
Three essayists shine in national awards
14
Nov
Budding gardeners win Ripon in Bloom award
11
Nov
School community comes together in moving Act of Remembrance
10
Nov
Two first-time poets win high praise
09
Nov
AUTUMN CONCERT: Sublime voices ring out
09
Nov
Rail enthusiasts produce first class work
08
Nov
Congratulations to our 2022 GCSE prizewinners
08
Nov
Yorkshire badminton star wins championship
08
Nov
CHARITY WEEK: Students and staff put the fun into fundraising
08
Nov
CHARITY WEEK: 'Keep on giving'
19
Oct
Famous past pupils donate to support their old school
19
Oct
Jamie cuts his lockdown locks for charity
17
Oct
Golfer Oscar wins Yorkshire championship
13
Oct
Trio of RGS poets get their work in print
13
Oct
Student business is in the bag
13
Oct
Oliver is shooting for the stars
05
Oct
RUGBY: Here come the girls!
04
Oct
SPORTS AWARDS: Sporting stars are pride of RGS
21
Sep
Honoured with a front row seat to history
21
Sep
'We are a proud school, independent-minded'
21
Sep
Hector scores 134 runs to help Yorkshire to victory
09
Sep
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II: 'A life of service'
08
Sep
A LETTER FROM THE HEADMASTER: Welcome to the new academic year
05
Sep
Record numbers excel in national music exams
26
Aug
Top athlete sprints over finishing line to collect top GCSE grades
25
Aug
GCSE students celebrate outstanding results
25
Aug
Athletics star achieves top GCSE results while coping with family trauma
25
Aug
Hardworking young farmer reaps a crop of top GCSE grades
25
Aug
Young karate star smashes his GCSEs
25
Aug
Talented actress's GCSE results bring her one step closer to dream of stardom
25
Aug
Young yachtswoman is on the crest of a wave after collecting top GCSE grades
25
Aug
Anna's on cloud nine after achieving clean sweep of 12 top level GCSE grades
25
Aug
Yorkshire rugby star scores in GCSEs
18
Aug
High-achieving RGS A-level students buck national trend
18
Aug
Top A-level student pays tribute to aunt following her death from rare brain disease
18
Aug
Young carer wins top grades to achieve dream of becoming a doctor
18
Aug
Young shepherd puts off uni to tend to her flock
18
Aug
Student stranded 11,500 miles away for six months in lockdown achieves top results
18
Aug
CLASS OF 2022: A-level round-up
27
Jul
Work experience student helps save man's eyesight
22
Jul
RGS celebrates and gives thanks
21
Jul
Student solves Rubik's Cube puzzle in 10.72 seconds at championships
21
Jul
NHS pandemic pioneer honoured by the Queen returns to inspire students
21
Jul
Students excel in Cambridge chemistry challenge
20
Jul
RGS wins top boarding school award
20
Jul
Popular House music competition gets us all singing
12
Jul
Students celebrate music success
12
Jul
GERMAN: Students excel in University of Oxford competition
11
Jul
A magnificent seven records broken at Sports Day 2022
08
Jul
JUNIOR DRAMA: A timeless tale of kindness and hope
07
Jul
Students to set up second-hand uniform shop
29
Jun
Fun run gets off to a flying start
29
Jun
RGS young scientists of the future honoured
23
Jun
Swimming sisters set to take on the best
21
Jun
Young sailor to take on the world
21
Jun
Rugby star Edie selected for Yorkshire
20
Jun
Nancy takes inspiration from women leaders
20
Jun
Double success for students in prestigious Oxford University competition
16
Jun
Student answers call for sign language club
16
Jun
New student leaders aim to strengthen community after pandemic
15
Jun
Passionate historian wins top Cambridge prize
26
May
Olympic hopeful Oscar makes huge leaps
25
May
Forest school is a breath of fresh air
25
May
Rugby star Oliver enjoys sensational international win
25
May
Sixth form leavers step into a bright future
18
May
Five go off on a big adventure
18
May
Girls & physics: maths claim doesn't add up
17
May
Teen athletics sensation Isaac Henson is triple Yorkshire champ
17
May
Farewell to the amazing Class of 2022
17
May
RGS ensures youngsters don't miss out on swimming lessons
17
May
Maxwell's mission to help save the moths
26
Apr
The role of poetry in a world of chaos
26
Apr
Young RGS scientist to talk about climate change in House of Lords
26
Apr
Emma takes on running challenge for health care charity
26
Apr
Boarding students make excellent progress
25
Apr
RGS named among top schools in the UK
25
Apr
Talented RGS students prove their star quality
25
Apr
Student praised for work on global 'smart cities' report
01
Apr
Pedal power: watt a way to cut electric bills
28
Mar
REVIEW: Beauty and the Beast
28
Mar
RGS singers honoured by Ripon Cathedral
22
Mar
Katherine's winning double act
18
Mar
Sumptuous spectacular lifts our spirits as students bounce back from pandemic
17
Mar
Eve launches a blue-and-yellow Ukraine crisis appeal
17
Mar
Local firms supports pupils' outdoor adventures
16
Mar
Creative students raise £8,243 for worthy cause
16
Mar
Talented young pianists shine at music festival
16
Mar
Marnie talent-spotted by England Hockey
23
Feb
Top swimmer on the crest of a wave
21
Feb
Students grill leading local politician
21
Feb
PHOTO GALLERY: Spring is on its way
14
Feb
Hard work pays off for England karate squad star
03
Feb
Rising star Izzy wins top musical theatre college place
01
Feb
Netball stars celebrate national victory
25
Jan
Teenage Olympic karate hopeful Naomi wins black belt
13
Jan
Students dive into lifesaving classes
06
Jan
Homebuyers looking north: 'Ripon's grammar school is a big pull'
05
Jan
Headmaster's New Year message
15
Dec
RGS community comes together in joyful celebration
09
Dec
Natasha's soda can story wins a top prize
08
Dec
Christmas Concert: an astounding display of musical talent
07
Dec
RGS students flex their mussels in the classroom
03
Dec
Students branch out to create new hedgerows
03
Dec
'RGS leads the grammar school heavyweights without taking part in pandemic grade inflation'
02
Dec
RGS named 'Top state school in the North' in Sunday Times 2022 Schools Guide
30
Nov
Mrs Mackenzie crowned a community hero
25
Nov
RGS hockey stars win through to finals
25
Nov
Music students help record Christmas single
25
Nov
Recycled furniture brightens geography classrooms
22
Nov
Salvation Army Christmas present appeal
22
Nov
RGS boys in the running for glory
16
Nov
BMX champ Jodie takes on the world
16
Nov
Powerchair football star wins Child of Courage award
11
Nov
Ripon Grammar School remembers
10
Nov
Don't miss our Christmas concert
09
Nov
Watch as our garden grows!
07
Nov
Students and staff join in Charity Week fun
05
Nov
Ujjay wins prestigious engineering award
20
Oct
Joy as students perform live to packed hall
15
Oct
Students learn how to save a life
13
Oct
Poignant poetry helps us ride the Covid storm
13
Oct
Keen runner excels in London Mini Marathon
13
Oct
Nature-loving students learn to dig gardening
13
Oct
Congratulations to our 2021 GCSE prizewinners
13
Oct
Poppy selected to play for England
13
Oct
Top RGS hockey player scouted by England squad
11
Oct
Poet laureate comes to Ripon Grammar School
11
Oct
Marcus wins place at world-leading military school
29
Sep
Students carry youngster 27km round Lakes to help open up his world
23
Sep
Athletics star Isaac shines in national championships
22
Sep
Meet the Russell Group
22
Sep
Leavers go to the ball - at last!
15
Sep
Call for RGS anti-slavery campaigner's story to be told
14
Sep
Marnie and team are national hockey champs
13
Sep
AWARDS: RGS among the 'best of the best'
08
Sep
LETTER FROM THE HEADMASTER
31
Aug
Reaching out to refugees
13
Aug
Indiana overcomes struggle with dyslexia to achieve top grades
13
Aug
Evie thanks teachers for believing in her
12
Aug
Gifted musician's learning reaches a crescendo
12
Aug
GCSE students' hard work rewarded
12
Aug
GCSE students on cloud nine
12
Aug
Drama lover's top grades elevate her to next stage of learning
12
Aug
Student's top grades bring her closer to dream job as a doctor
12
Aug
Double celebrations as GCSE twins scoop top grades
12
Aug
Gifted singer to enter sixth form on a high note
12
Aug
Aspiring lawyer Glory gets the right verdict
12
Aug
High family fives all round for Hetty
12
Aug
Chemist fizzes with delight while athlete scores high
12
Aug
Endurance sprinter races over the GCSE line
11
Aug
Imogen on course to help save the planet
10
Aug
A-level students jump for joy
10
Aug
Campaigning student lands place at Cambridge
10
Aug
Student diagnosed with tumour wins place to study medicine
10
Aug
Top results times three adds up to success for musical trio of mathematicians
10
Aug
End of an era for five RGS brothers
10
Aug
Head girl and boy lead from the front
10
Aug
Elite runner sprints over A-level finishing line to collect top grades
10
Aug
Leading UK swimmer on the crest of a wave after collecting top A-level grades
10
Aug
Erika prepares to delve into the criminal mind
10
Aug
Animal lover Amy off on a global adventure
10
Aug
Netball champ scores top grades
10
Aug
Hannah's grand designs following A-level success
23
Jul
PRIZE-GIVING 2021: A celebration of hard work and achievement
23
Jul
First class result for RGS pupils
22
Jul
Exceptional young scientists honoured
22
Jul
Students prepare to step into bright futures
21
Jul
Sports Day photo gallery
21
Jul
Library prize
21
Jul
Artist's tribute to RGS Olympic sports star inspires pupils
14
Jul
Students get to grips with fish
08
Jul
Anastasia wins prestigious Oxford prize
08
Jul
Students' grand designs for city's future
05
Jul
Meet Ripon Grammar School's new head girl and head boy
05
Jul
RGS riders compete in prestigious Hickstead nationals
05
Jul
Female STEM students get a taste of engineering
30
Jun
Rising to the challenge of a difficult year
30
Jun
RGS business team reaches national finals
25
Jun
Competition success brings Amelie closer to her dream
24
Jun
Izzy qualifies for Horse of the Year Show
18
Jun
Farewell to the amazing Class of 2021
18
Jun
GCSE leavers: A new chapter begins
18
Jun
Carys wins National Youth Theatre place
21
May
The beauty of doing nothing for nature
21
May
RGS students go wild for hedges
21
May
On your marks: Imo's 50 mile run for charity
20
May
Students smash fundraising challenge
19
May
Robyn's skydive for charity that offers teens hope
18
May
Talented students win prestigious choral scholarships
18
May
'Brilliant' work wins high praise from Cambridge academics
12
May
RGS to benefit from £2m carbon funding
30
Apr
Top prize for carbon footprint tracking rail app
30
Apr
Adorable RGS pets win prizes
30
Apr
RGS music students excel throughout lockdown
30
Apr
RGS students praise Prince Philip’s greatest legacy
28
Apr
Olympic hopeful Christa wins top US scholarship
28
Apr
Student entrepreneurs tick all the boxes in lockdown
28
Apr
Game on! Sports teams appeal for sponsors
22
Apr
EQUESTRIAN: County champions off to compete in nationals
22
Apr
Champion runner Mena wins £250,000 Princeton scholarship
16
Apr
BOARDING SCHOOLS DIRECTORY 2021: Spot the RGS students
15
Apr
Fundraising students go the extra miles
14
Apr
POETRY COMPETITION: Escape lockdown through creativity
01
Apr
Mr Barker selected for NASA Mars mission
01
Apr
Headmaster's letter: 'A huge well done to students, staff and parents'
01
Apr
Watt's occurring in IT?
01
Apr
April Fool!
17
Mar
STUDENT BLOG: 'It's good to be back'
09
Mar
Testing times: parents rally round to ensure safe return to school
04
Mar
Aspiring lawyer wins prestigious Oxford prize
04
Mar
Students branch out to expand school orchard
01
Mar
Take time out to look after your wellbeing
26
Feb
Students' marathon efforts for worthy cause
22
Feb
Hockey player Imogen sets her sights on England
22
Feb
LOCKDOWN DIARY: How I turned things around
22
Feb
LOCKDOWN DIARY: The joy of the new
14
Feb
PHOTO GALLERY: The power of nature
11
Feb
Students host virtual pet show for good cause
01
Feb
Headmaster's letter: 'Students still achieving wonderful things'
01
Feb
Community-minded PE teacher honoured in national awards
25
Jan
How art transcends the limits of lockdown
14
Jan
RGS young entrepreneurs go global
13
Jan
Join our Strava fitness challenge
11
Jan
PHOTO GALLERY: RGS looking magnificent in the snow
11
Jan
PHOTO GALLERY: Finding solace in our surroundings
04
Jan
Goodbye 2020, hello 2021
04
Jan
URGENT APPEAL TO PARENTS: Covid-19 testing volunteers
31
Dec
RETURN TO SCHOOL JANUARY 2021: NEW GUIDANCE
17
Dec
Oliver goes the extra mile for charity
16
Dec
VIDEO: RGS Christmas Carol concert 2020
11
Dec
Students' messages of festive cheer for elderly
11
Dec
Maths students win gold in national challenge
09
Dec
VIRTUAL CAROL SERVICE 2020: photo gallery
09
Dec
Christmas dinner: December 16 & 17
07
Dec
At your service
02
Dec
Liam helps drum up £70,000 of support for charities
30
Nov
Help us give back to those who need it most
29
Nov
Fabulous 2020 charity raffle prizes offer a welcome boost
29
Nov
RGS results highlights from 2021-2019
26
Nov
Students spread a little festive joy to care homes
24
Nov
Students embark on epic Everest stair climb
23
Nov
Savvy students in isolation use digital skills to win national prize
16
Nov
Act of Remembrance 2020
16
Nov
A poignant Armistice Day tribute by service family students
16
Nov
An Armistice Day like no other
02
Nov
Students support charity in memory of murdered teenager
02
Nov
Headmaster's message: 'Keep outgoing, optimistic and joyful'
20
Oct
Prizewinning photographers capture lockdown mood
14
Oct
RGS offers virtual training in 'online learning' for parents
14
Oct
Award for excellence places RGS among top schools in the country
13
Oct
Online gallery: striking photos capture life in lockdown
30
Sep
Aspiring marketers reach national competition finals
24
Sep
RGS in top 5% of schools nationally for sixth form progress
22
Sep
Rebecca's 'brilliant' prize-winning lockdown poem offers hope
20
Aug
Aspiring lawyer gets the verdict he hoped for
20
Aug
Farm worker Henrietta reaps rewards of hard work
20
Aug
Champion fencer Joel scores top marks in GCSEs
20
Aug
Hard-working GCSE students celebrate results
20
Aug
World champion Chloe triumphs in GCSEs
20
Aug
Grateful students thank teachers as they look forward to RGS sixth form
19
Aug
Award-winning RGS named as leader in its field
13
Aug
Future looks bright for RGS A-level students
13
Aug
Why Lachlan is over the Moon
13
Aug
Champion cyclist Abi is at a crossroads
13
Aug
Double cause for celebration for A* birthday girl Tabitha
13
Aug
Adventurous A-level students won't let Covid-19 hold them back
13
Aug
Where they're heading next: A-level results round-up
08
Jul
Lockdown boredom spells success for young writer
06
Jul
Covid-19 fails to stop ambitious RGS leavers pursuing their dreams
06
Jul
'We all have a responsibility to challenge racism face-on'
02
Jul
Keeping our students safe
28
Jun
Join our Big Quiz live online
26
Jun
LOCKDOWN DIARY: Phoebe helps feed the NHS
24
Jun
Students honoured as scientists of the future
24
Jun
Inspirational Class of 2020 carve out bright futures
24
Jun
Chris masters the art of a prizewinning essay
23
Jun
LOCKDOWN DIARY: Cann-do siblings are aiming high
17
Jun
STILL LIFE
17
Jun
Trio of young RGS artists win national acclaim
17
Jun
LOCKDOWN DIARIES: Alexander goes the distance
16
Jun
LOCKDOWN DIARIES: The benefits of helping others
16
Jun
Talented sisters' winning ways
15
Jun
Prizewinning writer Ellen is a star
10
Jun
Champion swimmer's stroke of genius
10
Jun
RGS virtual assembly: 'What can we do? What can we learn?'
09
Jun
Black Lives Matter: Why we must guard against complacency
09
Jun
New student leaders rising to challenge
31
May
RGS staff recommend top books to read in lockdown
26
May
LOCKDOWN DIARIES: A view from abroad
18
May
Brody's biscuits help boost midwives' morale
15
May
Eva wins place at top music college
15
May
LOCKDOWN DIARIES: Maxwell's marvellous marathons
15
May
Top of the crops: Henrietta joins student 'land army'
11
May
Students find new way to sing together in moving tribute
07
May
VE Day Assembly
06
May
Life-changing opportunities
06
May
Why we're not like any other school
06
May
An exceptional eduction in an idyllic setting
06
May
Boarding at RGS: 'The best decision I ever made'
04
May
ONLINE GALLERY:: Royal Academy Summer Show entries
28
Apr
RGS opens poetry competition to all in Ripon
27
Apr
LOCKDOWN DIARIES: A tale of two countries
27
Apr
RGS soap stars show they mean business
27
Apr
How we're rising to the Team RGS exercise challenge
23
Apr
Musical RGS family shoots to stardom
22
Apr
LOCKDOWN DIARIES: The elite athlete enjoying downtime
21
Apr
How we're cooking our way through the chaos
21
Apr
The power of poetry in difficult times
21
Apr
LOCKDOWN DIARIES: Putting a spring in our steps
20
Apr
Araminta's rainbow runners smash fundraising target
07
Apr
RGS donates safety equipment to NHS heroes
03
Apr
STAFF BLOG: How travel ban opens up a whole new world
01
Apr
A message from our headmaster
31
Mar
Students' top tips for coping with life in lockdown
26
Mar
STAFF BLOG: A pause in which to enjoy the spring
26
Mar
Creative students boost our spirits
25
Mar
'You're not in this alone': one teacher's top tips for home working
25
Mar
How our leavers inspired us during sudden school closure
19
Mar
Shining a light on the backstage crew
19
Mar
Board game entrepreneurs aim to help save the planet
19
Mar
Leading education magazine shines a spotlight on RGS
19
Mar
Look who's talking: how Robyn rose to the challenge
19
Mar
Students raise £11,496 to help protect oceans
19
Mar
Businesses rally round to support our staff
16
Mar
REVIEW: Monster plant musical is blooming marvellous
09
Mar
Congratulations to our Yorkshire Cup triple champs
02
Mar
Students' monstrous musical is a scream
27
Feb
Rugby players hope to score a Yorkshire Cup hat-trick
27
Feb
Rugby legend Sir Ian opens RGS's new £1m 3G pitch
27
Feb
3G pitch opening: watch our video
08
Feb
Environmental campaigner Darcey's exciting world challenge
05
Feb
Embracing the tech revolution
04
Feb
Sixth formers mastermind specialist subject courses
23
Jan
Young chef serves up hope for the homeless
22
Jan
Students and staff dig deep for a healthy future
21
Jan
RGS horse riders to compete in prestigious national finals
21
Jan
Christa picked to swim with top squad in nationals
15
Jan
Anna and Coral crowned robot master champions
14
Jan
Students benefit from past pupil advice
20
Dec
Young diver Oscar is making waves
20
Dec
House Quiz competition creates a real buzz
20
Dec
Students celebrate getting together again
18
Dec
School community comes together for Christmas choral celebration
13
Dec
Why the study of history is more important than ever
12
Dec
Results of RGS mock general election are in
12
Dec
Student artwork selected for major London exhibition
12
Dec
Champion cyclist Abi wins two more major titles
11
Dec
Festive concert gets us all in the mood for Christmas
11
Dec
Computer expert Cliff gives RGS students the edge
04
Dec
Former student delivers powerful message of hope
04
Dec
RGS's quiz king appears on 31st TV game show
02
Dec
New £1m 3G pitch is now in action
02
Dec
Countdown to RGS mock general election
02
Dec
Litter pickers join forces to keep Ripon tidy
27
Nov
William on course for successful golfing career
27
Nov
Sixth Form prepares to welcome more students
26
Nov
Why we're planting for the future of our planet
26
Nov
Champion golfer Izzy selected for England
26
Nov
Top-performing students shine on stage
26
Nov
Ned wins magical role in The Polar Express
25
Nov
RGS girls among fastest swimmers in the country
25
Nov
The sky's the limit for star student Amy
25
Nov
RGS tops Sunday Times northern schools league table
21
Nov
Talented siblings claim duet trophy for second year
15
Nov
Students raise £7,400 for charity - with more to come
14
Nov
RGS offers students a second chance
13
Nov
How inspirational PE teacher gives others a sporting chance
12
Nov
MATHS BLOG: Why it's cool to be squared
28
Oct
Students recreate poignant WW1 photo
23
Oct
RGS GCSE student progress is among the best in the country
22
Oct
STUDENT BLOG: The true cost of throwaway fast fashion
16
Oct
Students learn vital life-saving skills
09
Oct
Top marks for Ripon Grammar School
08
Oct
Students achieve VX World Cup success
07
Oct
Budding poets get their work in print
02
Oct
Abi praised as an inspiration to young people
30
Sep
Abi shrugs off the pain after biggest race of her life
26
Sep
Students launch fundraising drive to protect our oceans and coast
26
Sep
Why we're campaigning for an environmental sea change
25
Sep
Let there be LED light
24
Sep
History girl Phoebe wins Cambridge prize
21
Sep
First-time poet wins high praise
21
Sep
Abi: 'My cycling is like taking a fourth A-level'
17
Sep
Boarding school murder mystery author will help students turn detective
11
Sep
BREAKING NEWS: Abi selected for World Championships GB team
09
Sep
A letter from the headmaster
06
Sep
Joe cooks up a storm on challenging TV show
22
Aug
Students achieve excellent GCSE results after tough new exams
22
Aug
Severely allergic student engineers bright future
22
Aug
Christa triumphs in GCSEs despite 3.45am wake-up calls
15
Aug
RGS celebrates outstanding A-level results
15
Aug
Twin brothers heading for Oxford and Cambridge
15
Aug
RGS STEM girls buck the national trend
15
Aug
Head girl and boy lead from the front
20
Jul
End of year: RGS celebrates and gives thanks
18
Jul
BOARDING: An international outlook
16
Jul
Pit your wits against RGS's top quizzers
10
Jul
Students encouraged to 'think big' and 'be kind'
10
Jul
'Simply exceptional' - Macbeth review
10
Jul
PRIZE-GIVING: Headmaster's speech
09
Jul
Students doing their bit to help save bees
08
Jul
Gifted student wins top music college place
05
Jul
Students create winning cricket pavilion design
02
Jul
Students inspired by ancient abbey ruins
20
Jun
David to represent England at world championships
19
Jun
BREAKING BARD: Students get to grips with Macbeth
17
Jun
ALUMNI: Tragic former student's remarkable legacy
14
Jun
STUDENT BLOG: Why art is important
13
Jun
Olivia bowled over by Yorkshire selection
06
Jun
Abi crowned cycling champ of the North
28
May
ALUMNI: Behind the scenes at Westminster
21
May
Friends launch £15,000 fundraising campaign
20
May
Government praise for RGS achievements
16
May
Record number destined for top universities
16
May
Mena claims Yorkshire crown for third time
15
May
Outgoing student leaders made an amazing team
14
May
An afternoon in the life of Ripon Grammar School
09
May
New student leaders want to give back
09
May
Young entrepreneurs thank their mentors
09
May
Students do their bit to help save the planet
30
Apr
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: RGS's top TV quizzer
30
Apr
ALUMNI: Joy champions women in church music
29
Apr
Students step up to the bar
29
Apr
Young politician aims to give youth a voice
28
Apr
Elite squad of tabletop battle gamers reach national finals
27
Apr
STUDENT BLOG: Sixteen good reasons to board at Ripon Grammar School
26
Apr
Skilful RGS horse riders to compete in national finals
11
Apr
Business-savvy Rafaella impresses top lawyers
28
Mar
A letter from the headmaster
26
Mar
Student's dress design is a catwalk show winner
26
Mar
RGS netball team crowned national champions
26
Mar
Pygmalion: behind the scenes of our spectacular show
26
Mar
Work about to begin on new world-class 3G pitch
24
Mar
Students get a head start on their careers
13
Mar
RGS staff sing the praises of training day with a difference
08
Mar
Royal honour for community-minded PE teacher
19
Feb
High hopes for rugby teams in Yorkshire Cup finals
19
Feb
Talented cricketers inspired by sporting hero
19
Feb
A letter from the headmaster
19
Feb
Three elite swimmers win top championship titles
14
Feb
Young investors take the stock market by storm
30
Jan
RGS students raise a record-breaking £15,397 for local hospice
30
Jan
Rising star Abi races against her Olympic heroes
29
Jan
Exceptional results place RGS in top 15 schools in the country
23
Jan
Primary pupils embrace our recycling campaign
16
Jan
Leading firm says RGS is 'good for Yorkshire'
15
Jan
Offering students a second chance
08
Jan
Welcome to our outstanding Sixth Form
20
Dec
Former students return to talk about life after RGS
15
Dec
Top team in school's sporting history appeals for sponsors
11
Dec
Enterprising students urge us all to take a walk on the wild side
06
Dec
Students win awards for poems capturing the trauma of war
03
Dec
Top-performing students shine on stage to rave reviews
02
Dec
RGS is top state school in the North for sixth year running
22
Nov
RGS girls crowned national hockey champions
20
Nov
Talented RGS students destined to be future leaders, says Sir Gary
20
Nov
Cross country runners in national finals
16
Nov
Our student fundraisers make a difference
16
Nov
Rising star Jess takes to the stage
09
Nov
Poignant tribute to school's war heroes
06
Nov
Debut Christmas carol album hits all the right notes
25
Oct
RGS students get a head start in careers
23
Oct
Swimmers win place in Olympic pool national championships
22
Oct
RGS student selected for elite GB cycling team
17
Oct
RGS students create a buzz with ambitious research project
16
Oct
Students inspire fundraising drive for local hospice
10
Oct
Past pupil achieves his round-the-world cycle dream
03
Oct
First marathon run raises £1,000 for Charity Week
02
Oct
Past pupil reveals key life lessons learnt at RGS
28
Sep
Students urge us all to recycle old pens
27
Sep
Boarder Abi's England triumph
07
Dec
Haworth Trip
23
Sep
Oxford degree success for former head boy and girl