Departmental News

22
Oct
Businesses rally round to support our staff
15
Oct
GEOGRAPHY: Malham field trip photo gallery
15
Oct
BIOLOGY: Isle of Cumbrae field trip photo gallery
09
Oct
Exploring the deeper recesses of the human mind
09
Oct
CLUBS & SOCIETIES: The House of Lords comes to RGS
09
Oct
CAREERS: Shining a light on the world of film and TV
25
Sep
Latest news from Friends of RGS
19
Sep
The power of volunteering
18
Sep
An Ardèche adventure
18
Jul
The sound of music
15
Jul
Congratulations to our bronze DofE students
10
Jul
Students immerse themselves in German culture - in Yorkshire!
30
Jun
FOOD & NUTRITION: Serving up a warm RGS welcome to new boarders
17
Jun
DofE: It's all about teamwork
12
Jun
MUSIC: Lower school students shine
12
Jun
RELIGIOUS STUDIES: London calling
11
Jun
Meet our new student publicity officer
11
Jun
GEOGRAPHY: An Italian voyage of discovery
20
May
SPORT: Nancy makes a splash in rowing
20
May
Tennis aces show huge promise
04
May
FAMILY QUIZ NIGHT: Tickets on sale now
02
May
Sun shines on student expedition
25
Apr
The great pottery challenge: help us buy a new kiln
25
Apr
DfE: Pushing to the peak
24
Apr
GEOGRAPHY: The natural wonders of Iceland
24
Apr
​Stunning memento captures the drama of Sweeney Todd
17
Apr
CAREERS: A taste of the future with a 'Big Four' firm
14
Mar
BOARDING: Ceilidh fun
13
Mar
Past pupils return to talk about apprenticeship experiences
13
Mar
Q&A: Neurodiversity at RGS
06
Mar
RGS Careers Fair offers a host of opportunities
01
Mar
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
01
Mar
DEVELOPMENT FUND: February update
28
Feb
SIXTH FORM: Promoting positive mental health
28
Feb
PHOTO GALLERY: Ciao from the Italian slopes!
09
Feb
STUDENT BLOG: Are sixth formers ready for a citizen army?
07
Feb
​CAREERS: Polina secures her future beyond school
07
Feb
FUNDRAISER: Students rally round for Alan
26
Jan
Friends of RGS: News update
25
Jan
Incredible lessons in chemistry
25
Jan
CAREERS: Speed networking is an instant hit
25
Jan
CHARITY WEEK: Battle of the Bands
24
Jan
Congratulations to our 2023 GCSE prizewinners
17
Jan
Going for gold celebrations
11
Jan
Celebrating the achievements of the Class of 2023
11
Jan
Past pupils return to share valuable advice
21
Dec
Opening up a whole new world of learning
14
Dec
CAREERS: Law Society Mock Trial triumph
08
Dec
Swimmers compete in thrilling House races
07
Dec
CAREERS: A career in surgery
07
Dec
GCSE students plan ahead at A-level Study Fair
06
Dec
CAREERS: Students immerse themselves in the world of commercial diving
06
Dec
Magical stories win top Potter prizes
26
Nov
FRIENDS of RGS: Update
22
Nov
Brontë students head to the wily, windy moor
15
Nov
Christmas appeal for families in need
15
Nov
STUDENT BLOGS: The rise and fall of Prime & Information for would-be dog owners
08
Nov
A school trip that's out of this world
08
Nov
CAREERS: Aspiring doctors prepare for interview
25
Oct
​Aspiring lawyers get their teeth into a real case
24
Oct
Headmaster's message: 'Thank you to all our supporters'
20
Oct
A message from Friends of RGS
17
Oct
ART PHOTO GALLERY: Students draw inspiration from local beauty spot
12
Oct
EUROPEAN CAKE-OFF: The winners
09
Oct
CAREERS: A net zero future built on STEM
05
Oct
HOUSE COMPETITIONS: Masterchef photo gallery
05
Oct
CAREERS: RGS students reach for the sky
05
Oct
ART: Illuminated in the 'City of Light'
05
Oct
FUNDRAISING TARGET: Latest update
04
Oct
Prefects join forces to work as a team
28
Sep
RGS raffle: your chance to win a fabulous prize
28
Sep
Could you be our RGS Ball sponsor?
12
Sep
School trips: Challenge a world away from home
11
Sep
PHOTO GALLERY: Adventure in the Ardèche
11
Sep
Walking in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks
05
Sep
Come along and have a ball!
01
Sep
SCHOOL TRIPS: Looking back on a life-changing adventure
21
Jul
Getting into the swing of House Music
19
Jul
Adventurous challenge in the great outdoors
11
Jul
STEM: Engineering a better future
04
Jul
Students get a taste for business
30
Jun
FOOD & NUTRITION: Serving up a warm RGS welcome to new boarders
30
Jun
£150,000 FUNDRAISING TARGET: July update
21
Jun
PHOTO GALLERY: A tour of York with a difference
16
Jun
A parable for our times
15
Jun
JUNIOR DRAMA: All the World's a Stage
14
Jun
Work experience photo gallery
12
Jun
DofE: Students rise to challenge
25
May
STAFF BLOG: ​Talking about a revolution
23
May
SIXTH FORM: The gift of life
23
May
Goodbye and thank you to our brilliant 2022/23 school officers
16
May
DofE: Bronze practice expedition photo gallery
11
May
HISTORY & POLITICS: Exploring the epicentre of political power
28
Apr
FRIENDS OF RGS: A champion quiz night
26
Apr
CLUBS & SOCIETIES: Have your say
25
Apr
DESIGN TECHNOLOGY: The ring makers
25
Apr
SIXTH FORM: The benefits of a degree masterclass
19
Apr
Students get street wise in Leeds
19
Apr
All that jazz and more
30
Mar
Mrs Pang's marathon effort for charity
22
Mar
RUGBY: Team plays on strong despite injury heartbreak
22
Mar
BOARDING: Students throw a culture club party
22
Mar
History & politics: London calling
16
Mar
RE: Grappling with the big questions
14
Mar
A chemist who's fizzing with enthusiasm
02
Mar
PHOTO GALLERY: Colour run is a blast
01
Mar
ENGLISH: Inspecting an epic production of An Inspector Calls
28
Feb
Art which transports you to Another Place
24
Feb
HISTORY: Students go back in time
23
Feb
Students get a head start on careers
22
Feb
Pupils bring their theatres of dreams to life
22
Feb
SPORT: Rising rugby stars are pride of their county
22
Feb
SIXTH FORM: Earthquake disaster appeal
22
Feb
BIOLOGY: The appliance of science
09
Feb
SIXTH FORM: Learning how to cope with stress
30
Jan
ONLINE SAFETY: Navigating our digital world
24
Jan
FRGS: Students benefit from parent fundraising
24
Jan
SIXTH FORM: Making informed & safer choices around alcohol
20
Jan
Meet our pastoral support officer Emma Hewison
05
Jan
SIXTH FORM: Past pupils return to share valuable advice
03
Jan
BIOLOGY: All speakers great and small
14
Dec
A fun-filled panto which rocks - oh yes, it does!
14
Dec
Colours awards for sporting stars
05
Dec
HOUSE DRAMA: Students shine on stage
29
Nov
SPORT: A rising star on the golf course
28
Nov
SIXTH FORM: DJ Sam is right on track
25
Nov
ART: Taking inspiration from art in the capital
25
Nov
SIXTH FORM: Student mentors help make a difference
15
Nov
MUSIC: A concert that left us on the edge of our seats
04
Nov
FRIENDS of RGS: Live Auction of Promises
17
Oct
BIOLOGY: Students thank local supermarket
17
Oct
SIXTH FORM: Dangers of bad driving hit home
17
Oct
RUGBY: Yorkshire calls for Will
13
Oct
Students take on leadership roles
12
Oct
Young poets celebrate linguistic diversity
11
Oct
CAREERS: A world of opportunity at engineering giant
05
Oct
CAREERS: Driving ambitions
21
Sep
A walk on the wild side
21
Sep
'I believe in the power of reading and creative expression'
21
Sep
SPORT: RGS athletes enjoy benefits of city's triathlon club
08
Sep
FRIENDS of RGS: September meetings
21
Jul
Gaining valuable skills in the workplace
19
Jul
The joys of outdoor learning at Bewerley Park
12
Jul
Just the job: sixth formers host careers fair for younger students
08
Jul
STEM: Building for the future photo gallery
08
Jul
Trading places: Year 9 students have a go at stocks and shares
30
Jun
DESIGN TECHNOLOGY: Staff sparkle in silver challenge
29
Jun
Meet our new equality champions
29
Jun
CAREERS: Sweet taste of success in chocolate challenge
27
Jun
ART: Sixth form students' talent on show
27
Jun
A letter from Friends of RGS
20
Jun
CLUBS & SOCIETIES: Join in the debate
14
Jun
PSYCHOLOGY: Psyched for the future
18
May
SIXTH FORM: Pre-teaching awards
18
May
RE: Enlightening trip brings studies to life
26
Apr
BIOLOGY: Unlocking the secrets of evolution
26
Apr
SPORT: Rugby stars talent-spotted by Yorkshire
26
Apr
SPORT: Young swimmers win top award
26
Apr
Ex-students offer valuable lessons on life after RGS
25
Apr
​Students battle for debating championship crown
28
Mar
CAREERS: Reach for the stars
22
Mar
ENGLISH: Students inspired by creative writing workshops
16
Mar
ENGLISH: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time review
06
Mar
CAREERS: Virtual higher education fair
09
Feb
ASTRONOMY: An out-of-this-world school trip
09
Feb
FOOD & NUTRITION: Students are wild about Alaskan salmon
09
Feb
CAREERS: Following a passion for fashion
04
Feb
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: From rust to riches
02
Feb
ART: Take a tour of our online art gallery
01
Feb
FRIENDS OF RGS: Join our 200 Club
25
Jan
PSYCHOLOGY: Past pupil offers mental health tips
25
Jan
SIXTH FORM: How coronavirus has changed our world
24
Jan
SPORT: Students selected to run for county
24
Jan
Student voice makes a difference
19
Jan
The RGS teacher who competed on world stage
19
Jan
SIXTH FORM: How students are stretching their minds
13
Jan
ENGLISH: Exploring Emily Brontë's world
13
Jan
MUSIC: Students honoured for playing key role
12
Jan
CAREERS: RGS students prepare for the future
14
Dec
ART: Students enjoy life-drawing opportunity
13
Dec
ART: So much to explore in Liverpool
13
Dec
Meet our new health care worker
13
Dec
Bringing geography studies to life
09
Dec
SPORT: Top runners do RGS proud
07
Dec
Meet our new director of strategic operations
06
Dec
Students determined make their mark on our landscape
06
Dec
How Lawrence is shaping up to be a Major force in the ring
28
Nov
D of E: Students strike gold on challenging adventure
25
Nov
MUSIC: String quartet students play for a worthy cause
22
Nov
RGS equestrian stars are riding high
11
Nov
Students honoured for excelling in sport
09
Nov
HOUSE DRAMA: Bravo! Everyone take a huge bow
19
Oct
Working together to put the fun into fundraising
15
Oct
CAREERS: How charity work opened my eyes
13
Oct
WILD RGS CLUB: Giant pumpkin harvest
12
Oct
PHOTO GALLERY: Art rocks
24
Sep
ENGLISH: Keen readers win bronze awards
23
Sep
HEALTHCARE SOCIETY: A breath of fresh air
14
Sep
Meet Mr Spiers, senior housemaster and history teacher
14
Sep
Meet Miss Donkin, our new school counsellor
09
Sep
YOUNG ENTERPRISE: Hard work through pandemic pays off
21
Jul
Bewerley Park photo gallery
07
Jul
Students play leading role in RGS's next stage
06
Jul
Students get a taste for business with chocolate box challenge
25
Jun
New student leaders step into key roles
25
Jun
STUDENT BLOG: Rising to the challenges of a particularly tough year
25
Jun
MUSIC: Band of brothers music masterclass
25
Jun
STUDENT BLOG: Why history is not just for the elite
25
Jun
CAREERS: Question time with our local MP
24
Jun
LIBRARY: Students take a walk down Diagon Alley
18
Jun
PSHCEe: Money matters
18
Jun
FOOD & NUTRITION: A feast for the eyes
18
Jun
SIXTH FORM: University challenge
17
Jun
Shining a light on Team RGS
17
Jun
ART: These walls can talk
21
May
STAFF BLOG: Championing the quiet wonders of our natural world
20
May
STUDENT BLOG: Is it time to re-examine our exam system?
20
May
STUDENT BLOG: What next for the lockdown generation?
12
May
ENGLISH: Pictures capture fragility and joy
12
May
ART: The eyes have it: how Caitlin captures animals in art
30
Apr
SIXTH FORM: Enjoying our new found freedoms
30
Apr
CAREERS: Have I got news for you
30
Apr
PHYSICS: Students win awards in testing times
28
Apr
LIBRARY: How books helped us escape lockdown
15
Apr
GEOGRAPHY: World class lockdown work
20
Mar
HOUSE COMPETITIONS: Strava challenge results are in
20
Mar
CAREERS: Virtual fair proves a huge success
17
Mar
CAREERS: Getting down to business
15
Mar
WELLBEING WEDNESDAY: The art of learning to relax
05
Mar
STUDENT BLOG: Snowflake generation? Not us!
04
Mar
Students create stunning jewellery from junk in lockdown challenge
04
Mar
ENGLISH: Lewis wins praise for lockdown poem
04
Mar
STUDENT BLOG: Hidden benefits of keeping a journal
28
Feb
STUDENT BLOG: Going back to the future
22
Feb
STUDENT BLOG: Reasons to be cheerful
11
Feb
DESIGN TECHNOLOGY: Food, glorious food
10
Feb
Campaigning students determined to make a difference
25
Jan
CAREERS: Join our virtual careers fair
18
Jan
SIXTH FORM: The value of Plus One
18
Jan
LOCKDOWN DIARY: Concentrating on the positives second time around
15
Jan
STUDENT BLOG: My novel lockdown challenge
15
Jan
STUDENT BLOG: Exploring toxic masculinity
14
Jan
ASTRONOMY: Wonders of the night sky beamed into students' homes
14
Jan
HOUSE COMPETITIONS: Snow much fun!
14
Jan
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: Out of Africa
17
Dec
ENGLISH: The show must go online
16
Dec
ENGLISH: Workhouse visit inspires budding writers
14
Dec
RGS NEWS QUIZ: Who's behind the mask?
14
Dec
STUDENT BLOG: Life as a new student in RGS sixth form
02
Dec
CAREERS: Students making the most of our virtual world
26
Nov
STUDENT BLOG: Why it's vital to reach out for help
24
Nov
MUSIC: Students honoured for playing key role in music
23
Nov
SIXTH FORM: Museum volunteers carving out a role
20
Nov
ENGLISH: Charlotte rises to reading challenge to win bronze
20
Nov
CLUBS & SOCIETIES: Meet some of our equestrian stars
17
Nov
ENGLISH: Budding writers get a taste for publishing
10
Nov
PE: Sporting students are the pride of RGS
06
Nov
LIBRARY: Literary pumpkin prize-winners revealed
02
Nov
ASTRONOMY SOCIETY: Going, going, gone...
22
Oct
Meet Mrs Day, our head of boarding
20
Oct
STUDENT BLOG: How living with dyslexia has made me stronger
14
Oct
FOOD & NUTRITION: Students have a cracking time with egg chef
14
Oct
CAREERS: Amy benefits from innovative new virtual work experience
30
Sep
Blast from the past: ex-pupils and teachers reunited at RGS
30
Sep
Food, glorious food: what students think about new menus
29
Sep
A warm welcome to all our new staff
29
Sep
House competitions off to a flying start
26
Jun
RGS NEWS: A message from the headmaster
24
Jun
MUSIC: Students sing praises of their virtual music teachers
23
Jun
ENGLISH: A Time of Gifts - haunting and beautiful poem entries
22
Jun
ENGLISH: Impressive lockdown work from students
17
Jun
ASTRONOMY SOCIETY: Commercialising Space
17
Jun
BIOLOGY SOCIETY: An audio visual feast
16
Jun
SCHOOL COUNCIL: Student voice is making a difference
15
Jun
SIXTH FORM ENRICHMENT: Shaping a better world
15
Jun
A taste of something new
10
Jun
RGS's Reading Week in lockdown is a huge success
09
Jun
OPEN DAY 2020: 'Everyone gets the chance to embrace their unique talents'
06
Jun
OPEN DAY 2020: 'Sixth form is welcoming and supportive'
05
Jun
OPEN DAY 2020: 'Teachers know every student'
04
Jun
OPEN DAY 2020: 'Ten good reasons to study and board at RGS'
04
Jun
OPEN DAY 2020: 'You're in the best possible environment to thrive'
29
May
OPEN DAY 2020: 'It's the teachers who make RGS so special'
23
May
OPEN DAY 2020: 'I have enjoyed so many opportunities'
22
Apr
FEEDBACK: Keeping lines of communication open
20
Mar
SPORT: Swimming sisters make a splash
19
Mar
CAREERS: RGS students pick up top tips at careers fair
19
Mar
HISTORY: Vienna and Munich photo gallery
19
Mar
SPORT: Gymnastics success for RGS girls
19
Mar
SPORT: Students do RGS proud in last cross country race
18
Mar
ENGLISH: Looking out on the wiley, windy moors
18
Mar
SPORT: Cool school trip that gave us all a lift
18
Mar
CLUBS & SOCIETIES: Rising to the National Schools' Challenge
15
Mar
SPORT: More RGS riders qualify for equestrian nationals
27
Feb
INSIDE RGS: The story behind Mr McLennan's medals
25
Feb
SPORT: Cricketers top Yorkshire state league
11
Feb
SPORT: Squash player Matthew represents Yorkshire
11
Feb
ASTRONOMY: Stars in our eyes
11
Feb
MUSIC: Choir on song for charity
06
Feb
HISTORY: Living museum brings the past to life
05
Feb
CAREERS: Building strong links for the future
23
Jan
FRGS: Classroom fund hits £8,000
21
Jan
SPORT: Isaac is crowned pentathlon champ
15
Jan
ENGLISH: Young crime writers craft a chilling tale
07
Jan
ART: A fond farewell to Mrs Howes
07
Jan
FRGS launches its 2020 fashion design competition
03
Jan
Bobbi cuts off long locks for charity
20
Dec
SPORT: Girls celebrate hockey success
12
Dec
SPORT: Joshua selected to play for county
12
Dec
MUSIC: Sax player Grace to tour with jazz band
11
Dec
CAREERS: Students enjoy tour of leading dairy company
11
Dec
SPORT: Girls' hockey and netball round-up
04
Dec
LIBRARY: Shining a light on the work of the modern librarian
04
Dec
BIOLOGY: Students enjoy inspirational talks by world-famous scientists
27
Nov
ART: Learning from the masters of modern art
27
Nov
FOOD & NUTRITION: Students raise their game
26
Nov
PHYSICS: Students enjoy a stellar day out
21
Nov
ENGLISH: Author inspires our budding young writers
14
Nov
CAREERS: Zooming in on the film industry
14
Nov
MUSIC: a date for your diary
13
Nov
MUSIC: Gifted trio's key to success
13
Nov
SPORT: The appliance of science
13
Nov
FRGS: a date for your diary
12
Nov
CAREERS: Inside the corridors of power
22
Oct
ART: Students enjoy inspirational day in London
22
Oct
ENGLISH: Students go back in time to Victorian England
22
Oct
BEFORE RGS: My life of adventure on Her Majesty's service
22
Oct
F1 Grand Prix performers win commendations
21
Oct
MUSIC: Autumn Concert raises us up
19
Oct
SPORT: Dedicated athletes are the pride of RGS
01
Oct
FRGS: Year 7 Family Quiz winners
30
Sep
STAFF BLOG: The results day moments I'll always treasure
30
Sep
LANGUAGES WEEK: European Cake Off star bakers announced
11
Sep
SCHOOL TRIPS: Why ocean damage is deeply disturbing
06
Sep
FOOD & NUTRITION: The world on a plate
06
Sep
STAFF: A fond farewell to two long-serving RGS employees
16
Jul
ENGLISH: Young poets learn from acclaimed writer
08
Jul
FRIENDS OF RGS: Raffle prize winners
08
Jul
PSYCHOLOGY: Students put love under the microscope
05
Jul
MUSIC: A jazz night to remember
02
Jul
MUSIC: Brass band's first public concert
27
Jun
BIOLOGY: Students explore latest cutting-edge research
27
Jun
A letter from the headmaster
20
Jun
SCHOOL TRIPS: A sculpture park which breaks the mould
20
Jun
ASTRONOMY: A stellar day out
19
Jun
BIOLOGY: How students are stretching their minds
18
Jun
ART: Welcome to our end-of-year online art show
17
Jun
CANTEEN: A fond farewell to a popular member of staff
16
Jun
CAREERS: Building experience in the world of work
13
Jun
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: How hobbies enrich your life
12
Jun
LIBRARY: Happiness in a jar
12
Jun
LOWER SCHOOL: Third formers shine in leadership challenge
23
May
ENGLISH: Hullah poetry competition
22
May
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: Bridge is coming...
21
May
GEOGRAPHY: Lasting memories of an Italian grand tour
20
May
OUDOOR ADVENTURES: Third formers rise to the challenge
16
May
PHYSICS: Unravelling the mysteries of the universe
14
May
SPORT: Fencing star Joel is making his mark
09
May
STAFF BLOG: Why school libraries are more important than ever
09
May
HISTORY: Why there's nothing new about fake news
29
Apr
SPORT: William has his game down to a tee
29
Apr
FOOD & NUTRITION: Students learn some bitter truths about sugar
29
Apr
SPORTS ROUND-UP: RGS girls are excelling in their fields
25
Apr
CAREERS: Speed networking is an instant hit
23
Apr
GEOGRAPHY: Iceland trip brings studies to life
23
Apr
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: Intrepid students go for gold
23
Apr
MUSIC: Concert showcases supreme talent
23
Apr
BIOLOGY: Sixth formers get a taste of DNA testing
28
Mar
QUIZ TOURNAMENT: Fingers on buzzers for Yorkshire challenge
28
Mar
MUSIC: Singing competition lights up whole school community
27
Mar
SCHOOL TRIPS: Fun on the Italian slopes
24
Mar
MODERN LANGUAGES: A taste of Spain
13
Mar
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: High flyer Tristan is on cloud nine
10
Mar
SPORT: High-achieving students awarded school colours
08
Mar
SIXTH FORM: Students gripped by a passion for flags
05
Mar
MODERN LANGUAGES: Students win top debating prize
05
Mar
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM: Mr Chamberlain
22
Feb
SPORT: Boys celebrate success outside the classroom
22
Feb
ENGLISH: Bringing the Bard to life in our modern world
20
Feb
LIBRARY: We're all potty about Harry
20
Feb
ART: Teachers enjoy a thank-you treat
18
Feb
STAFF BLOG: Eight good reasons to take a gap year
12
Feb
CAREERS: Punk veteran inspires our music-loving students
12
Feb
FRGS UPDATE: Students following in footsteps of famous past pupil
29
Jan
SIXTH FORM: Why we're minding our EPQs
28
Jan
STUDENT BLOG: Why I became a vegan
21
Jan
SIXTH FORM: Student talk brings Rich rewards
21
Jan
ART: Brighten your day with a visit to our gallery
18
Jan
LIBRARY: Chemistry teacher caught in the act
16
Jan
CAREERS: Engineering a better future
15
Jan
HISTORY: Travelling back in time by tram
15
Jan
SIXTH FORM: Lauren shares her life-changing story
14
Jan
MUSIC: RGS is alive with the sound of music
14
Jan
SPORT: Hockey players do Yorkshire proud
16
Dec
LIBRARY: Wishing you a very novel Christmas
13
Dec
CAREERS: Behind the scenes at the path lab
02
Oct
SIXTH FORM: RGS encourages pupils to discuss their health
01
Oct
ENGLISH: High praise for student's moving poem