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We are proud to have been awarded the 'Independent School of the Year' at tonight's @Tesforteachers Awards✨ #TesAwards #WeAreRGS

This month marks the halfway point in our #RGS500 theme launches! To celebrate, our librarian Mrs Richardson has created a vibrant RGS500 display for students to enjoy this Summer Term. Stay tuned for more RGS500 themes in September!

We were honoured to welcome Cllr Henry Gallagher, the new Lord Mayor of Newcastle, to RGS this week - a tradition dating back centuries. Learn more👇rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/500th/school-l… #RGS500 #NewcastleHistory | @NewcastleCC

Our fifth RGS500 theme - Academic - is NOW LIVE📚 Discover how academic life at RGS has evolved over five centuries – from our classical roots to cutting-edge technology in our classrooms, today. 🔗rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/500th/academic #RGS500 #NewcastleHistory

Our third RGS500 theme - War - is NOW LIVE From the RGS Penrith Library, to our Roll of Honour, the memory of war - from the 17th century English Civil War to the Second World War (300 years later) - lives on in our school today.👇 rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/500th/war #RGS500 #WeAreRGS

We are proud to unveil the new RGS500 flag, flying high atop the school! This new symbol reflects five centuries of excellence, tradition, and the enduring RGS community. #RGS500

Our second RGS500 theme - School Life and Traditions- is NOW LIVE 📚 Learn about the everyday routines and rich traditions of school life at RGS by exploring our microsite.👇 🔗rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/500th/school-l… #RGS500 #WeAreRGS

Yesterday, in London, CCF cadets represented RGS at the #VEDay80 anniversary concert held at Horse Guards Parade - an unforgettable experience for all those in attendance. #Remembrance #CCF

To mark @RGSNewcastle’s 500th anniversary, a new video series celebrates the historic buildings that shaped the school – including one that stood in our churchyard in Tudor times. 🎥 Watch the video & learn about our enduring connection with the school: rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/500th/buildings

Here's a 'behind the scenes' peek at the filming for Channel 4's 'The Piano', featuring the incredible Mrs Clappison and talented RGS students performing live at Central Station. 🎹💫 Did you miss Sunday's episode? Click below👇 channel4.com/programmes/the… #RGSMusic #WeAreRGS

Our first RGS500 theme - Buildings - is NOW LIVE🏫 🔗rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/500th/buildings Discover the remarkable story of our six former sites – from our Tudor beginnings beside Newcastle Cathedral to our current home in Jesmond – by exploring our RGS500 microsite. #RGS500 #WeAreRGS

Here's a 'behind the scenes' look at our historic quincentenary whole school photo! We can't wait to share the final shot in the coming weeks...📸 #RGS500 #WeAreRGS

“If you can do more in life to give back, then you probably should—you’ll enjoy it more than you can imagine.” John Humpish (ON 73–81) shares how a life-changing event led him to a new path of giving back in our latest ONA Magazine. 🔗rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/current-famili… #RGSGives

The countdown has begun! On Tuesday 6th May, we will be launching our very first #RGS500 theme - Buildings - on our dedicated microsite.🏫 We are looking forward to sharing how the school has grown with the city over the past five centuries.👇 rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/500th

We have an exciting new opportunity to take a leading role in shaping the future of Admissions at RGS Newcastle! Find out more and apply below👇 rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/join-us/work-w… #AdmissionsJobs #MarketingJobs #CareersNorthEast #JoinOurTeam

At our 'Private View 2025', the Senior School Art Department invites you to celebrate the academic, aesthetic, conceptual, creative, expressive and imaginate endeavours of our students. Book your space >>> ticketsource.co.uk/royal-grammar-… #RGSArt #RGS500

Congratulations to Kate Waugh (ON 10-17) on winning her first long-distance triathlon race!👏 #WeAreRGS

Our RGS500 microsite brings our fascinating history to life, and with our interactive timeline, you can explore key moments, milestones, and memories from the past five centuries.👇 rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/500th #RGS500

We are delighted to share a preview video and images of our RGS 500 Choir & Orchestra concert at @glasshouseicm🎶✨ rgs.newcastle.sch.uk/current-famili… #RGS500Concert #RGS500