News & Events
There's always a lot going on at RGS which we love sharing with you.
You will find most of our news on the website, but be sure to follow our social media accounts to ensure you don't miss anything.
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Two of our Upper Sixth students, Elizabeth A and Helen E, have progressed to the finals of one of the most prestigious competitions in the school debating calendar.
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Seven RGS Lower Sixth students have been successful in their applications for an Arkwright Engineering Scholarship following an extensive application process.
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Last term, RGS students from Year 6 right the way through to Upper Sixth participated in the annual Bebras Challenge, with four students achieving the best scores in Tyne and Wear.
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Following the announcements made by the Education Secretary last week, here are our arrangements for the return of students physically to school this January
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The Royal Grammar School (RGS), Newcastle has been named The Sunday Times North East Independent School of the Decade by Parent Power, The Sunday Times Schools Guide.
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This week, RGS Newcastle students are being encouraged to use their voices to discuss the important issues that are affecting their generation as they take part in the Youth Parliament’s Make Your Mark campaign.
VIDEOS
Autumn Recital, Part 2 - Friday 4th December 2020
Mr Stanford's message to the Class of 2020 on the eve of A Level results day
Autumn Recital, Part 1 - 27th November 2020
Senior School Virtual Concert - May 2020
Senior School Remembrance Service 2020
Winning penalty taken by Alex N at the Birkdale 9-a-side football festival - March 2020
Gallery
What's happening now?
Publications
The school produces four main print publications at various intervals throughout the year:
The ONA Magazine
The NOVO
The JOVO
If you would like a hard copy of any of these, please email communications@rgs.newcastle.sch.uk