RGS Old Novos

Celebrating our Old Novocastrians and the heritage of the Royal Grammar School Newcastle

[RGS Old Novos @RGSOldNovos]

Stay up to date with our latest school news, events and highlights of life at RGS. Follow us on our other official social media channels:

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

#TesAwards #WeAreRGS

[RGS Newcastle @RGSNewcastle]

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!

[RGS Newcastle @RGSNewcastle]

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👇https://t.co/nKbD20kVxr

#RGS500 #NewcastleHistory | @NewcastleCC

[RGS Old Novos @RGSOldNovos]

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.

🔗https://t.co/NIBUPO9U9g

#RGS500 #NewcastleHistory

[RGS Old Novos @RGSOldNovos]

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.👇
https://t.co/2JyFEbo14M

#RGS500 #WeAreRGS

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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

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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.👇

🔗https://t.co/fNfj4qVXZN

#RGS500 #WeAreRGS

[RGS Newcastle @RGSNewcastle]

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

[Newcastle Cathedral @nclcathedral]

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: https://t.co/P6rEtmjPec

[RGS Newcastle @RGSNewcastle]

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👇
https://t.co/kkv7ggZxcV

#RGSMusic #WeAreRGS

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Our first RGS500 theme - Buildings - is NOW LIVE🏫

🔗https://t.co/U7JOOa4gzH

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

[RGS Newcastle @RGSNewcastle]

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

[RGS Old Novos @RGSOldNovos]

“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.

🔗https://t.co/PLTM5ScxeK

#RGSGives

[RGS Old Novos @RGSOldNovos]

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.👇

https://t.co/CNxdTqJ80N

[RGS Newcastle @RGSNewcastle]

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👇
https://t.co/lKnrtUkN54

#AdmissionsJobs #MarketingJobs #CareersNorthEast #JoinOurTeam

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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 >>>
https://t.co/i2vNLZGrW8

#RGSArt #RGS500

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

#WeAreRGS

[T100 Triathlon World Tour @t100triathlon]

Kate Waugh puts down a marker 🔥

A sensational T100 debut from the Brit to lead home fellow debutante Lisa Perterer and the ever consistent Lucy Charles-Barclay on the podium.

FULL RESULT: https://t.co/wDOMPlA5o9

[RGS Newcastle @RGSNewcastle]

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.👇

https://t.co/eQY9ia6sWF

#RGS500

[RGS Newcastle @RGSNewcastle]

We are delighted to share a preview video and images of our RGS 500 Choir & Orchestra concert at
@glasshouseicm🎶✨

https://t.co/5HaxOokgC2

#RGS500Concert #RGS500