RGS International

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INTERNATIONAL

DR ALASTAIR MORRISON MANAGING DIRECTOR, RGS GUILDFORD INTERNATIONAL

At RGS Guildford, we passionately believe that collaboration across borders is essential for preparing our students to shape solutions for today's most pressing global challenges.

With schools in the UAE, Qatar, Oman and China, and four new schools due to open in India from 2028, we are a dynamic and growing global family.

Rooted in our values and tradition of learning, we blend the best of RGS Guildford with local cultures to deliver a market-leading international education.

We can only innovate at RGSG by interacting with a wide range of viewpoints and cultures, and are excited about the opportunities for learning that arise from our global RGSG community.

We have an ambitious, long-term vision to expand our family of schools across the world, and enrich our programme of collaboration.

In a world where knowledge is increasingly contested, RGS Guildford provides grounding through our values, ethos, and 500 years of academic +44 01483 880 600 ajm@rgsg.co.uk

excellence. We are ranked as one of the top schools in the UK at both A Level and GCSE. Each year, all our students secure places at the best universities. More than 230 RGSG graduates have gone on to study at Oxford and Cambridge Universities over the last 10 years alone. As in the UK, our international schools deliver an inspiring UK curriculum including STEM, humanities, languages, sports, art, drama, music and a full extra-curricular programme.

This holistic education, infused with global perspectives, equips our students with the skills and confidence they need for what comes next, and beyond, to a lifelong journey of learning, and relearning. If you would like to be part of the RGSG family of future-facing, premium schools please do get in touch – we’d love to hear from you.

Working with us, we provide: ● A dedicated international team ● Support for both the planning

and development of a new school

● Continued collaboration as the

school grows and matures

As International Education Director, I am privileged to work with people across diverse cultures, united by a shared commitment to supporting pupils, teachers and leaders in cultivating world-class education. Our mission is not only to inspire excellence in learning but also to foster a vibrant network across our family of schools - one that champions professional growth, teamwork and innovation.

Together, we are building a global community where ideas flourish, expertise is shared and exciting possibilities are explored through meaningful partnerships and collaboration.

MR MIKE ROYDS INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR

500 years of history RGS Guildford was founded in 1509 when Robert Beckingham, a prosperous London merchant, left money in his will to establish a free school in the historic town of Guildford, UK. In 1552 King Edward VI granted the school a Royal Charter whereby the school acquired the right to call itself the Royal Grammar School. Whilst the school has grown a lot over the years, the original Tudor school building remains the focus of RGS Guildford and is still used daily for teaching. Standing at the top of the High Street it continues to be one of Guildford’s most iconic and instantly recognisable landmarks.

We are proud that, throughout history, our students have gone on to succeed in a wide variety of professions, from politicians and business leaders to elite sportmen musicians and actors.

Our alumni include: • Rodney Allam MBE, Chemical Engineer and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate; • New Zealand Premier, Sir George Grey; • The Rt Hon Lord Justice Philip Sales KC, Justice of the Supreme Court of the UK; • Dr Maroof Ahmed, MD and co-founder of Pelago Health; • Olympic medallist, Angus Groom; • President of New York University, Professor Andy Hamilton.

1552 Edward VI grants a School Charter that there should be “one Grammar School in the said town of Guildford which shall be called the Free Grammar School of King Edward Sixth for the Educational Institution and Instruction of Boys and Youths in Grammar at all future times forever to endure.”

1881 The School falls into disrepair and decay. The Guildford Municipal Charities established a committee which reported that the School had no funds available for repairs and that there were only nine boys “instead of 100”. The committee raised £2,238.15 towards the restoration of the RGS, ensuring its survival. The school reopens in 1890 with 44 boys.

1509

1573

1586

Robert Beckingham, a prosperous London merchant, left money in his Will to “make a free scole at the Towne of Guildford.”

John Parkhurst, Bishop of Norwich, a former pupil, bequeathed books to the School library which is now known as the Chained Library.

Building of Old School is completed.

1608 George Austen drafts first Statutes.

Looking to the future RGS Guildford is rich in history, but is a forward-looking school at the forefront of innovations in education.

All our students will grow up in a fast-paced world where, through travel and technology, they have access to global events more easily than ever.

Our international presence helps our whole community to develop global perspectives on issues which will shape all our students’ futures.

1962

2020

The old RGS building is severely damaged in a fire in December. The building is restored and reopened in 1965 by the Duchess of Gloucester.

RGSG Nanjing opens.

1977

2025

Final Charity Commission scheme is sealed on 20 January and the School becomes independent of the state system in September of that year.

2021 RGSG Dubai opens.

Commitment to open four schools across India, with the first, RGSG Bengaluru, set to open in 2028.

1958 Construction of the New Building on Allen House Field begins.

2016

2023

Opening of the first RGSG International school in Qatar.

RGSG Muscat opens.

A partnership with us provides strong benefits.

THE RGS GUILDFORD BRAND

LINKS TO THE RGS FAMILY

A WIDE RANGE OF RESOURCES

Synonymous with academic excellence and an inspirational all-round education. An exclusive licence to use the brand in your territory.

Coverage on the RGS Guildford website along with links to your school. Sharing of events and activities on social media.

A complete set of guidelines, regularly updated, to include school policies, schemes of work, brand guidelines, and photographs of the daily life at the school and the iconic RGSG buildings.

SUPPORT

COLLABORATION

PLANNING

From our dedicated international team during the planning, development, and implementation phases of a project. After the school opens we provide genuine ongoing support and advice through regular meetings, visits and quality assurance reviews.

Students and staff collaborate both with the UK school and our international schools. Working together on projects, competitions and visits help our students to consider global perspectives on issues shaping their futures. Our staff share best practice and new thinking to benefit the education on offer in all of our schools.

When setting up a new school we provide comprehensive feasibility, business and education planning built on our experience in education.

A UK education is globally recognised and RGS Guildford is one of the top private schools in the UK.

In partnership with you, we will develop a school that will thrive in the context of your country.

RGS Guildford students go on to study some of the best degree courses at the best UK universities TOP DEGREE COURSES Economics Sciences Maths / Computer Science Engineering Business / Management / Finance Medicine / Dentistry Classics/Archaeology Geography Philosophy / PPE Politics / International Relations Architecture History Joint or Combined Honours Law Modern Languages English Music 2025 data. Courses ranked by number of RGS Guildford students studying.

Our students leave RGS Guildford well equipped for the next stage of their education and future careers.

ST ANDREW'S

We are incredibly proud that our students go on to the very best institutions in higher education, including Cambridge, Oxford, leading Russell Group and Ivy League universities and top medical schools.

EDINBURGH

NEWCASTLE

DURHAM

YORK

LEEDS MANCHESTER

LSE UCL

SHEFFIELD

QUEEN MARY'S

NOTTINGHAM LOUGHBOROUGH

BIRMINGHAM WARWICK

CAMBRIDGE

OXFORD

BRISTOL

BATH

LONDON SURREY SOUTHAMPTON

IMPERIAL COLLEGE

RGS Guildford schools offer: ● The very best British education ● Over 500 years of academic

excellence

● An unrivalled reputation ● An inspiring UK curriculum ● Genuine international

collaboration and ongoing involvement

● Being part of a global community

of more than 3,600 students

● A partnership with a dedicated

team, highly experienced in helping a new school excel in its local area

NANJING

We are built on centuries of heritage, but our students are inspired to embrace the future.

RGS GUILDFORD

1509

GUILDFORD, UK

FOUNDED

LOCATION

1,300

DR JON COX

STUDENTS

HEADMASTER

rgsg.co.uk Set in the heart of Guildford, the RGS was founded in 1509. Though much has changed since then, our pride in our School Values remain constant.

Our students achieve exceptional academic results, and we are delighted to consistently be placed amongst the best schools in the country. In 2025, at GCSE 70% of all grades awarded were the very highest grade 9 and 8. At A Level 75% of all grades awarded were A* or A’.

From those joining the Prep school aged 3, to those leaving the Senior school aged 18, we encourage curiosity and creativity and nurture community and collaboration.

We are immensely proud of both our 500-year-old heritage and our inclusive, forward thinking outlook, and are committed to creating an experience for our students that will not only achieve academic success but, as importantly, will equip them for a constantly changing world.

RGSG QATAR

QATAR

2016

DOHA

FOUNDED

LOCATION

1,250

12,000m2

STUDENT CAPACITY

SIZE

WHITE ROCKS HOLDINGS

MS FIONA SCOTT

PARTNER

PRINCIPAL

whiterocks.qa

rgsgq.com Our first international school opened in 2016, the culmination of a partnership between RGSGI and leading Qatari corporation Al Qamra Holdings (AQH), now moved to White Rocks Holdings.

A day school for children from 3–18, the school attracts both Qatari and international families. Since its beginning the school has provided a superior, all-round education which prepares its students for the demands and challenges of today’s fast-paced world.

The school has around 750 students aged from 3–18.

In 2021 the school opened a new, dedicated secondary school, allowing it to grow further and continue its success. We are immensely proud each year to see our students graduate and move on to an exciting range of further education and careers.

Collaboration, community and innovation are the key principles that unite RGS Guildford with its international partners.

NANJING

The valuable exchange of experiences and insights through regular visits continue to strengthen the bonds between our schools.

RGSG NANJING

2020

MR MATT FORD

FOUNDED

INTERNATIONAL PRINCIPAL

1,500

MR FEI YANG

STUDENT CAPACITY

CHINESE PRINCIPAL

57,000m2

NANJING

SIZE

LOCATION

DONGYUSEN EDUCATION PARTNER

rgsgnj.com RGSG Nanjing opened in China in 2020. Our partner, Dongyusen Education, share our ethos and values: to help our pupils to develop into independent and confident adults with a love of lifelong learning and equipped for the challenges of today.

The school boasts worldclass facilities and offers both day and boarding options. It benefits from strong international teaching staff, many of whom have been with the school since

its inception. 2023 saw the first cohort graduate from the school and, each year, students continue to suceed in securing an impressive set of A Level results enabling them to start university courses in the UK, US and other international destinations.

RGSG DUBAI

2021

2,100

FOUNDED

STUDENT CAPACITY

40,000m2

DUBAI

SIZE

LOCATION

COGNITA

cognita.com

MR MATTHEW PEARCE

PARTNER

PRINCIPAL

rgsgd.com RGSG Dubai has quickly become established as a flagship school in the UAE. Opened in September 2021 in partnership with Cognita, the school has already grown to over 1,900 students. It embodies and reflects the same standards and inspiring ethos of RGS Guildford.

A school for children from 3-18, we are proud of the world-leading facilities enjoyed by its students: RGSG Dubai was awarded Energy Project of the Year in the Big Project Middle East Awards 2021 and won Best Architecture Environment, Design and Sustainability in a UAE School 2021-22.

We are incredibly proud that RGSG Dubai was rated 'Very Good' by the KHDA. This is the highest rating ever awarded to a school at its inaugural inspection.

The strong partnership established between RGS Guildford and Cognita throughout the development and opening of the school has flourished, and we are enjoying witnessing our students and teachers collaborating in many ways throughout the year.

An RGSG education prepares our students for the opportunities and challenges of our rapidly changing and complex world.

M SCAT

RGS Guildford schools deliver a world-class British curriculum, adapted to reflect the culture and educational landscape of each region.

RGSG MUSCAT

2023

1,900

FOUNDED

STUDENT CAPACITY

17,000m2

MISS LAURA GRIFFITHS

SIZE

HEAD OF SCHOOL

MUSCAT

SAMA EDUCATIONAL COMPANY

LOCATION

PARTNER

rgsgm.com RGSG Muscat is our fourth international school.

It opened in 2023 and provides an education for boys and girls from 3 to 18. It offers state of the art laboratories, libraries, art and activity rooms, as well as first-class sports facilities.

The school, developed in partnership with Sama Educational Company: a top provider of education in the region, provides a premium education which will equip students for the future by developing skills, sparking imaginations and inspiring young minds.

Working closely with the

school’s interior designers, we ran a competition for RGS Guildford students to design an item of furniture that highlighted the links between all of our schools and reflected both RGS Guildford’s history and the culture and natural beauty of Oman. The winners have had their designs installed in the school.

RGSG BENGALURU

2028

2,100

OPENING

STUDENT CAPACITY

50,000m2

BENGALURU

SIZE

LOCATION

RYAN GROUP

ryangroup.org PARTNER

Through a landmark partnership with Ryan Group, India’s leading network of over 150 schools, we are establishing four new schools across the country, beginning with RGSG Bengaluru, set to open in September 2028.

This new co-educational school will be located on a 14-acre campus in Bengaluru, India’s technology hub, and will offer an inspiring British curriculum enriched by local culture and context.

Students will benefit from a broad and balanced education, including STEM, sport, music, drama, art and a vibrant co-curricular programme.

RGSG Bengaluru will reflect our values, ethos and academic standards, and will be closely connected to our UK campus and international network.

This global collaboration will offer students unique opportunities to engage across borders, preparing them to thrive as confident, compassionate global citizens.

Our desire is to see our family of RGS Guildford schools continue to grow and provide a first-class education internationally.

Get in touch If you have any questions or would like to discuss opportunities, then please contact us.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Alastair Morrison Managing Director

ajm@rgsg.co.uk

Alastair is Managing Director of RGS Guildford International. He is responsible for originating, developing and supporting our overseas partnerships. Alastair has worked in international partnerships for more than 20 years and has driven strategy for growth across a range of education and research partnerships, including the delivery of UK degree programmes overseas, international education programmes and international research collaboration.

Chris Lee International Operations Director

cjl@rgsg.co.uk

Chris will work with you to develop the relationship with RGS Guildford and ensure a strong and successful partnership. Chris will introduce you and your teams to RGS Guildford and our wider family of schools. This will ensure that you are able to access all of the resources to enable your school to offer an experience that is true to RGS Guildford’s heritage and ethos in the context of your own region.

Mike Royds International Education Director

mrfr@rgsg.co.uk

Mike brings a wealth of experience in working across diverse cultural contexts, united by a shared commitment to educational excellence. He plays a pivotal role in supporting pupils, teachers and school leaders in cultivating worldclass learning environments.

Rebecca Golding Executive Assistant Rebecca ensures seamless coordination across our global family of schools.

From arranging visits to our founding school in Guildford to managing international trips and meetings, she brings clarity and organisation. Rebecca is a trusted point of contact for staff and partners alike, helping to keep projects running smoothly and relationships thriving.

Nina McCoy Marketing and Communications Manager Nina is an experienced marketer and has worked in both commercial and educational settings. Nina and her team will provide you with a comprehensive set of brand guidelines during the set up of the school. They will support you by providing examples of how the UK school is marketed and regular content and up to date images of school life in Guildford.

Steph Peacock Marketing Designer and Communications Co-ordinator Steph ensures our brand guidelines are up to date, updates our international website and supports the marketing team in keeping our RGSG schools on brand. Steph also shares images and publications from RGS Guildford UK, creates content for our international social media channels and helps keep parents informed about RGSG school news and opportunities to get involved.

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