About Us
RGS is a leading independent, fully co-educational day school for students aged 7 -18 years (Years 3 to 13). We regularly lead all northern schools in national league tables and pride ourselves on academic excellence, a high level of pastoral support, involvement in a wide range of sports and other extra-curricular activities, and our commitment to bursaries and partnerships.
Admissions
Newcastle Royal Grammar School is the North East's leading Independent School.

Take a look through our website to find out more about why there's more to life at RGS!
Current Families
We understand that it is vital for you keep up to date with everything going on in school.

On these pages, you'll find everything you need to know about the day to day running of the RGS.
RGS Family
Being a member of the RGS is more than being a student at a school. It means being part of a family which includes current students, parents and staff, Old Novocastrians and the wider community.
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Want to join the RGS Family? There are plenty of ways you can get involved.
500
2025 marks 500 years since the founding legacy of the Royal Grammar School, Newcastle.

Explore our rich history, find out about our BIG birthday celebrations, and discover how you can be a part of our 500th anniversary.

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Winterwonderland

Winterwonderland 2025

Friday 28th November 2025

It really is the most wonderful time of the year! Kick start the season with our festive fundraising Winterwonderland.

Location: Arrival at Church Gate entrance on Eskdale terrace, where you will be whisked on a festive journey around RGS. Click on the map below for more detail.

Timing: From 4pm to 6pm.

Tokens: This is a cashless. Tokens can be purchased upon entry on the night and students can purchase them in advance - details will be shared shortly.

Get Involved: This year, we are raising funds for three amazing causes, Feeding Families, Gym Possible, RGS Bursaries and Project Santa.

We are also collecting donations Feeding Families. Click here to view the charity's food collection items checklist.

Winner Announcement: Monday 15th December