Supporters' Review 2023/24

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Education is the cornerstone of progress, shaping individuals and societies in ways that extend far beyond the classroom. A great education is not simply about acquiring knowledge; it is about developing critical thinking skills, fostering creativity, and instilling a lifelong love of learning. Schools are also places where students develop essential skills such as communication, collaboration, and kindness.

It is inspiring to read our featured Old Guildfordians, Ian El-Mokadem OG 1986, Paul Landless OG 1996, and Sachein Sanmugam OG 2024, highlight not just the RGS’s academic excellence, but also the impact of its values and extracurricular opportunities in shaping who they are today.

But access to quality education remains a challenge for many, with inequalities often rooted in socio-economic factors. Addressing these inequalities requires a collective effort from schools and communities, such as our own, to ensure every child, regardless of background, has access to an education necessary for success.

We currently support 68 boys with their RGS education, but we aim to do more. At the heart of the Road to 2035 is our ambition to support 1 in 7 boys, or 140 in total. The power of collective giving is evident throughout this review, thanks to the success of the Telephone Campaign, £111,000 has been pledged to support our students, and bursary expenditure has risen by 15% over the last five years. Whether you’ve made a gift, pledged future support, or secured matched donations through your workplace, thank you. We are on the right road, and it’s all because of you.

I hope you will enjoy this edition and celebrate the progress we have made together on our journey. Thank you again for your support.

Key Support Data

Thank you for supporting the RGS Bursary Programme. Our ambition is clear: to become one of the first UK independent schools to achieve full merit-based open access and your generosity is helping to turn this vision into reality.

We are incredibly grateful to the 539 families who have made a gift in this last financial year. We raised £280,864 in donations and future pledges of an incredible £106,602 which we will receive through Direct Debits over the coming years.

Because of your generosity and passion for education, 68 boys are currently benefiting from financial assistance, with 37 receiving life-changing fee remissions of 80% plus. This is a significant achievement, but there is still much to be done. Our goal is to extend financial support to 1 in 7 talented boys who have the potential to thrive at the RGS, and deserve to be here, but lack the financial means to do so.

Initiatives such as the Telephone Campaign and our upcoming Giving Day are critical in helping us realise our ambitions. When our community comes together, we have the power to create lasting change.

539

No. of families that made a gift

£280,864

Total amount raised *

£106,602

New future pledges

68

Boys receiving a bursary

The RGS is a place of belonging for every student who is capable and who deserves to receive the highest forms of education that the school system has to offer.

Bursary Support Levels

During 2023/24 we spent £1,158,000 on means-tested bursaries and a further £55,000 was invested in our Enduring Bursary Fund to provide future bursaries in perpetuity.

Increase in total spend and investment on means-tested bursaries

£1,300,000

£1,200,000

£1,100,000

£1,000,000

£900,000

Your support

More than half of our funding comes from regular giving, showing the collective impact of many. Our major donors (1509 Circle upwards) demonstrate a deep commitment, while legacies ensure future support. Foundation trusts and grants and matched funding/corporate giving, amplify every pound given.

Every gift, no matter its size, plays a crucial role in changing lives.

51% Regular Giving

37% Major Donors

6% Legacies

5% Trusts & Grants

1% Matched & Corporate

Our first King’s Benefactors

Kate & Ian El-Mokadem OG 1986

In 2017 Kate and Ian El-Mokadem became the first King’s Benefactors of the RGS Bursary Programme paving the way for and energising new donors to join us.

Ian, a seasoned CEO and NonExecutive Director at leading firms, and Kate, a Governor at the London Academy of Excellence, Stratford (LAE), share a deep commitment to education. Their belief in the importance of widening access to the RGS led them to support the RGS Bursary Programme, funding a full seven-year education for one promising student, Sachein.

This decision to support a boy with a full bursary was sparked after an RGS reunion, as they reflected on the impact the School had on Ian’s own journey. Having attended schools

around the world, Ian found a unique sense of stability, kindness and academic ambition at the RGS.

“The high expectations for academic performance were clear, but there was also a genuine culture of kindness and respect. I felt part of the community immediately. It wasn’t just about excelling; it was about excelling with integrity, supporting each other, and respecting those around you.”

Kate and Ian’s support of the RGS Bursary Programme is part their longer-term commitment to enable young people to gain access to a great education.

Sachein with Kate & Ian El-Mokadem OG 1986 who were the King’s Benefactors who generously sponsored Sachein through his RGS education.
the ability to make a real difference in a young person’s life, that’s what matters.

They have been delighted to play a role in Sachein’s academic progress and personal growth. And when they finally met Sachein, he was exactly the kind of young man they had envisioned … hardworking, kind and engaging.

“For us, the most important thing is that Sachein is forging his own future. We’re proud to be a part of his journey, but he’s the one making it happen.”

Kate and Ian were the first King’s Benefactors of the RGS Bursary Programme, and their generosity set an inspiring precedent that has energised our community. Today we have built a strong and growing network of 539 families who are committed to making a difference. The couple are particularly impressed with the School’s leadership, particularly Headmaster Dr Cox, for putting in place a strong structure that will make a lasting difference.

The support they have given us, and other educational institutions such as the LAE and UCL, demonstrates the transformational impact of supporting education.

“If you reflect on everything you’ve done in your career, this is the thing that has the longest-lasting impact,” Ian says. “You can have business successes, acquisitions, and all sorts of other achievements, but the ability to make a real difference in a young person’s life, that’s what matters.”

Looking to the future, they encourage other alumni to support the Bursary Programme, the more alumni who get involved, the more students we can support.

In the end, it’s clear that Kate and Ian’s journey with the RGS is far from over. Their belief in the power of education to change lives is something that will continue to resonate with the RGS community for years to come.

The Impact of Your Gift

Sachein Sanmugam OG 2024

Studying Business Management at Warwick University

Walking through the gates of the RGS for the first time was a mix of nerves and excitement. Coming from a small primary school in Crawley, I knew no one and was very shy to begin with. But the energy was infectious and the friendships immediate. Mr Wilkes (Head of First Form) was a huge presence - approachable, encouraging and exactly the kind of person you want guiding you through those first few months. The friends I’ve made from First Form up are friends for life.

RGS opened doors I didn’t know existed. It wasn’t just the academic challenge, though that was certainly there, it was the push towards confidence and independence. No one was spoon-fed. Instead, we were taught to think, to problemsolve and to own our learning. That mindset made the leap to university so much smoother. I felt the opportunities for sports, societies, young enterprise, everything … were limitless.

Cricket was my sport, and I still play at Warwick. But it was Young Enterprise that opened my eyes to what was possible. My team designed and sold bespoke 3D-printed baubles reaching the South East regional finals at Samsung’s London offices. That experience played a huge role in my decision to study business at Warwick.

By Sixth Form, I wasn’t just joining societies, I was creating them. A group of us launched a Business Management Society, connecting like-minded students eager to discuss ideas beyond the curriculum. Economics was another passion, driven by the brilliant teaching of Mr Stratford. I am incredibly grateful to both Mr Stratford and Mr Dunscombe, for helping me navigate the daunting world of university applications and career decisions. That level of personal support is rare, and I know friends at other schools didn’t have it.

The bursary that made all of this possible wasn’t just financial support, it was a gateway to an entirely different future. Being surrounded by an ambitious cohort inspired me to raise my own bar. There was no coasting, no taking the easy route. The expectation, both from teachers and classmates, was that you would push yourself, and that mindset sticks with you. I think my potential would have been very different if I had not gone to the RGS.

To current RGS students. Say yes to everything. Challenge yourself. Take risks.

You’ll only realise the impact of these years when you look back, and trust me, you’ll be glad you made the most of it.

The realisation of what my journey meant hit me, and probably my parents, at our Leavers’ Ball last year. Your time at the RGS is busy, you’re focussed on learning and sports and societies and being first in the lunch queue and making the most of every opportunity. It’s only when all the learning is done that you get a moment to stop and reflect and take in what an incredible experience you’ve been part of, and how this has changed you.

Meeting Ian and Kate, the King’s Benefactors who funded my bursary, brought it full circle. Despite the years between us being RGS boys, Ian and I shared very similar memories and the same RGS spirit. They believed in me before they even knew me, and for that, I am incredibly grateful.

Now at Warwick, I’m exploring finance and gearing up for placement opportunities. I look forward to keeping in touch with Ian and Kate, and the School over the years, but wherever my journey leads, the RGS will always be part of my story.

We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who supported this year’s campaign. Thank you to all those who took the time to talk to our fantastic callers - Ben, Ed, Freddie, George, Hamish, Jack, Mattia, Milo, Parus, Rohan, Stan, and Yazan.

And thank you to the team who championed the ‘Road to 2035,’ helping to pass on the gift of an RGS education to the next generation.

Thank you for being part of this journey with us.

Giving Day 2025

We are excited to announce our next appeal in support of the ‘Road to 2035’ campaign will be a Giving Day from Monday 13 – Friday 17 October.

This will be an opportunity for our whole community - students, parents and staff, both current and former – to showcase the philanthropic spirit that exists here at the RGS. With your help we will be able to offer bursary support to more boys from all socio-economic backgrounds.

We will be challenging the students through philanthropic, maths and sports events during our Giving Day House Challenges. Challenges will encourage match-funding from our supporters and the more sponsorship the boys receive through donations, the more matched funding will be unlocked.

Our aim is to reach our target of 500 donors. Every gift will help make an RGS education financially accessible to more local intellectually curious boys.

Leaving a legacy for generations to come

The Road to 2035 represents our vision to make an RGS education accessible to all students based on ability, not financial circumstances. Right now, 68 students receive financial support, but our ambition is to increase this number to 140, ensuring that 1 in 7 of our students has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background.

The Beckingham Society is recognition of our supporters who have committed to leaving a gift to the RGS Bursary Programme in their Will. Pledging such a gift is one of the most enduring ways you can contribute to our 2035 vision, as these gifts strengthen our Enduring Bursary Endowment Fund, securing the education of bright local boys in perpetuity. Your legacy will change the lives of individual students and help us build a brighter future for society, as our students go on to make meaningful contributions to the world.

Paul Landless OG 1996, current parent, supporter and Beckingham Society member, is testament to the life-changing impact of the bursary programme and he knows first-hand the doors that an RGS education can open. Now a partner in an international law firm, working in derivatives, structured finance and fintech across Asia and London, Paul remains deeply committed to ensuring that other bright boys have the same opportunities he did and he is an enthusiastic champion for the bursary programme.

The School’s emphasis on academic excellence, independent and innovative thinking and resilience shaped his approach to challenges, both professionally and personally. Without the support he received here, he might not have had the same opportunities to succeed. If you are in a position to give, there is no better investment than education.

The RGS bursary programme can shape lives. I owe a debt of gratitude and want to make sure that other boys, regardless of their financial background and family situation, have the same chance to access a wider world of life opportunities.

For me, the RGS is special not just for its sense of scholarship, nor the diverse and witty characters of differing backgrounds in each year who become long-lasting friends, nor the inspirational teachers who shape you with fascinating ideas. The RGS is special for how it instils a deep sense of decency and togetherness, a quiet confidence that solutions can always be found when working together and a boldness in facing the new and unknown and carrying on through adversity.

I am glad I can give back to empower someone else with these life-long values and traits, and give that person a chance for a better life for themselves and their family.

Paul is also active in mobilising our alumni community, having hosted our Singapore reunions at the exquisite 1880 Club and our London reunion at the historic National Liberal Club last October, and plans are already underway for this year’s London reunion.

Leaving a legacy is more than a gift … it is an investment in the future. Join us on the Road to 2035 and help change lives for generations to come.

Our Supporters

The RGS Guildford is delighted to welcome new families to the 1509 Circle:

Andrew Freeman

Ali McWhirter

Samantha & Paul Myers

Jasmin & Robert Waterhouse

The 1509 Circle brings together donors who honour our founding year with an annual gift of £1509, or more, helping to fund the education of a promising student.

We also extend a warm welcome to our first 1509 Young Members: Adam Hewitt

Karl Outen

Naren Siva

The 1509 Young Membership is designed for OGs under 35 who want to be part of the Road to 2035. By contributing £15.09 per month, young supporters enjoy all the privileges of full 1509 membership while making a meaningful impact on the future of RGS students.

I often wonder how different my life would have been without the opportunities and support I received during my seven years as an RGS student.
Daniel Romeu OG 2012

King’s Benefactors

Our King’s Benefactors support one RGS student through their entire 7-year RGS education.

Kate & Ian El-Mokadem OG'86

1 anonymous King’s Benefactor

Patrons

Donors who support one third of a full 7-year bursary with a donation of £50,000+.

John Chaplin OG'72

The Elia family

Wendy & Ian Ewart

Neil Fitzsimmons OG'77

Sharon Flood & Jon Lee

Caroline & Simon Laver OG'91

Jim Pearce OG'91

1 anonymous Patron

1509 Circle

Donors who make an annual donation of £1509 or more.

Kerry & Iain Bremner

Sarah & Mark Brett OG'86

Peter & Suzanne Cluff

Susan Cover & Malcolm Simmonds

Marina & Michiel Dominicus

Catharine & Geoff Eaton

Graham Elton OG'81

Andrew Freeman OG'90

The Hardman brothers OGs '07 & '12

Hendley Sapiets Foundation

Lorraine & Stephen Linton

Patricia & Michael Lucy OG'66

Ali McWhirter OG'06

Peter Parke OG'66

Samantha & Paul Myers OG'94

Anastasia Pavlova

Henry Pearson

Kate & Mike Powell

Salima Shariff & Arthur Mitchell

The Shorthose family

Jasmin & Robert Waterhouse OG'02

and 2 anonymous donors

1509 Young Circle

Supporters under the age of 35 who contribute £15.09 per month.

Adam Hewitt OG'02

Karl Outen OG'08

Naren Siva OG'05

Family Fellowship – 1509 Circle

Families who collectively contribute £1509 a year or more.

The Critchlow family

The Lingard & Furse family

Friends of the RGS

Families and friends who give regularly by Direct Debit, helping us plan our bursary funding with greater certainty.

Aqib Akhtar

Chris Alder OG'92 & family

Nick Andrew OG'09 & family

Alan Appleby OG'73

Marion & Brian Arbuckle

The Atkinson brothers OGs '88 & '91

Chris Ayerst OG'65

Bill Bagnall OG'65

Mike Baker OG'07

William Baker OG'11

The late John Ballam OG'41

Richard Bampfylde OG'98 & family

The Bampfylde family

Chris Barker OG'86

Dan Bennett OG'14 and family

The Bennett family

Nick Bond OG'04

Dominic Bottone OG'84

Martin Bouwers OG'78

James Britton OG'04

John Bullen OG'69

The Bulman family

Richard Burgess OG’14

The Burke family

Dave Cable OG'87 (Class of 89)

Christine & Leslie Campbell

Carol & Gil Carter OG'63

Jonathan Chauncy OG'02

Liam Cheek OG'12

Charlie McKeown OG'15 & family

The Middleton family

The late Hamish Millar OG'84

David Miller OG'76

The Monjauze family

CJ Morley OG'83

Christopher Mott OG'60

The Müller family

Raymond Mulligan

Oliver Newbury OG'04

The late Jennifer & Roger Nicholas OG'53

Peter Nicholson OG'58

The Nigrelli family

The O’Sullivan family

Stuart Otter (aka Tarka or Nijinsky)

Peter Parke OG'66

Robert Parker OG'68

The Parkinson family

Dr Jaymik Patel OG'10

Will Patrick OG'09 & family

Andrew Pearson OG'72

Steven Penney OG'71

Sam & Toby Perryman OGs '20 & '22

George Peterkin OG'08

Chris Philpott OG'04

Bob Piggin

The Rather family

Chris Rayner OG'04

Tom Rees OG'11

Joanna & Martin Reeves OG'87

Godfrey H Rhimes OG'71

Chris Riseborough OG'97

James Robinson OG'97

David Rodway OG'81

The late Derek Roff OG'51

The Rosevear family

Henry Roth OG'14

The Rothwell family

Christopher Salter OG'57

David Salter OG'87

Roxana (Danny Sampson OG'19)

Advay Saxena

The Scoltock family

Peter Searle

Yoko & Roger Sellek

Christopher Sellers OG'05

The Sen family

The Seume family

Neil Shah OG'95

Diana Sherlock (née Daniels)

Daniel Sherlock-Burke OG'09

Hugh Shipton OG'62

John A Simpson

Rodger Sleet OG'53

The Sonnenberg family

Peter Spark OG'91

Mark Spiteri OG'93

Teresa Sutton

Adam & Andrew Swirski OGs '06 & '13

Nick Talbot OG'91

Anne Marie & Nigel Taylor

Chris Taylor OG'91

Nick Terry OG'98

The Thayananthan family

The Thevenon family

The Thilakawardana family

Darren Thompson OG'90

Alan Thorn

The Thornton family

Thomas Thorp OG'95

Anne & David Tilman

Martin Tingle OG'80

Duncan Turner OG'93

Andrew Tyler OG'09

Roger Wakeling OG'62

Ian Walker OG'99

David Walton OG'63

Steve & Ian Wardlaw-Martin

David Webber OG'85

Andrew Wells OG'04

Chris Whichelo OG'58

Peter Whitaker OG'99

Tony White OG'96

Henry Whorwood OG'10

Ian Wilkinson OG'66

The Wilkinson family

Ed Williams OG'92

Katherine Wilson

Matthew Wood OG'08

The Woodfine family

Nick Wood-Roe OG'91

Sebastian Zahn OG'17

Graham Ziegler OG'62 and 30 anonymous Friends

Class of 2024

Thank you to the families who have raised 22% of a full 7-year bursary.

The Aspden family

James & Lindsey Binns

The Brown family

Ollie Burne

The Chapman family

Nirek Dandanayak

The Das family

The Davies family

The Drew family

Andrew Freeman OG'90

The Gander family

Thomas Koshy & family

The McCauley family

Salima Shariff & Arthur Mitchell

The Morris family

Rich & Kim Postance

Corin Baxter

The Tabberner family

3 anonymous supporters

Class of 2023

Thank you to the families who have raised 23% of a full 7-year bursary.

The Angove family

The Anthony family

Cuan Arnold

The Atkinson family

The Brook family

Inigo Burrell

Harry Carson

The Cliffe family

The Dalloz family

The Eves family

The Harker family

TJ Humphreys & family

Ben Jansen

Ben Jones & family

The Lane family

Robbie Mackay

The Majumdar Family (Patrick & James)

Owen Marlovits

Alexander McDougall & family

Parus Mehra & family

The Myles family

The O’Sullivan family

Hywel & Sarah Phillip

The Sahota family

The Scadding family

The Stuart-Reckling family

Alex Turner

The Wilby family

3 anonymous donors

Class of 2022

Thank you to the families who have raised 29% of a full 7-year bursary.

William Ball

The Berman family

The Birtley family

The Brackstone family

Harry Buckland

The Clyde family

The Collins family

The Conquest family

Jack & Barney Doyle

Jon & Tracey Dye

Harry Eisinger & family

Charles Elliott

Austin Humphrey

Alex Jones

Elaine Liddiard

Dylan McCullough

Ptolemy Morris

The Mueller family

Zain Mughal

Parthiv Naidu & family

The Nathan family

The Nielsen family

Toby Perryman

The Rathmell family

Dominic Stagg & family

Teresa Sutton

The Taylor family

Dylan Toulson

Bhavani & Raghuram Vejendla

The Warner family

Louis Wood & family

The Yates family

2 anonymous donors

Class of 2021

Thank you to the families who have raised 31% of a full 7-year bursary.

The Atara family

The Baker family

The Benett family

The Cliffe family

The Dobinson family

The Field family

The Forsyth family

Hari Grewal

The Hemsworth family

The Hickey family

The Hodge family

Oliver Jones & family

The Kemkers family

Theo Lakin & family

Mrs N Lawson

Sam Martin & family

Alex McKenzie & family

The McMurray family

The Mellors family

The Meyer family

The Norbury family

The Ratcliffe family

George Sherwin

The Smyth family

Daniel Turner

Henry Turrell

The Walsh family

The Welsh family

Ed Wilkinson & family

The Wiltshire family

The Young family

3 anonymous donors

Class of 2020

Thank you to the families who have raised 28% of a full 7-year bursary.

Faraz Ahmad

Nicolas Andrews & family

George Ball

The Beere family

Harry Blanford

Ayush Bose & family

Sarah & Mark Brett OG'86

The Buckingham family

The Cherry family

Will Cluff

The Coto family

Matthew Curtis

Utkarsh Dandanayak

Ben de la Court-Wakeling & family

The Dodds family

Harry Foster & family

The Franklin family

The Gardner family

The Goatley family

Jamie Gray

The Hand family

Tom Hardy & family

Thomas Hill

The Howse family

Hamish Knight

The McDougall family

Luke Nelson & family

The Norton family

The Perceval family

Sam Perryman

Conor Rajan

The Relph family

The Rigo family

The Rumler/Whittall family

Anith Sathananthan & family

Natalie & David Savage

Nicholas Scott & family

The Stott family

Charlie Vincent

The Walker family

4 anonymous donors

Class of 2019

Thank you to the families who have raised 47% of a full 7-year bursary.

The Aravinthan family

Oscar Atkinson

Kate Bailey

Aston Barringer & family

Thomas Bates

The Berman family

The Boyton family

The Chauhan family

Rose Cox

Pauline & Dave Crowley

Hidde de Klerk & family

The Donnelly family

The Edgecliffe-Johnson family

The Elia family

The Emmett family

The Eves family

Edward Ferguson & family

Purdy & Peter Grewal

Bryonie & John Grieveson

Josh Han & family

The Hudson family

Ethan Illman

The Janmohamed family

The Lake family

The Ledbury family

Angus Lovatt & family

Harry Mayne & family

Jamie McKenzie & family

The Middleton family

The Müller family

Raymond Mulligan

The Murrin family

The Norbury family

The Perceval family

The Roade family

The Robbins family

The Roberts family

The Rosevear family

Cameron Salter

Danny Sampson

Advay Saxena

Peter Searle

The Tench family

Maxim Webb & family

Jake Willshire & family

The Woodfine family

5 anonymous donors

Class of 2018

Thank you to the families who have raised 53% of a full 7-year bursary.

The Acomb family

Jonathan Andrews & family

The Arif family

Dr Bea Brookes & James McCutcheon

Hugo Burgess

The Collins family

Tom Crane & family

Rafael de Menezes & family

The Dickinson family

The Dobinson family

The Eves family

The Fairley family

Sharon Flood & Jon Lee

The Francis family

The Franklin family

Vincent Giles & family

Sam Green & family

Finn Hamilton

Jane Hamilton

Sam Harker & family

Ben Hawken

The Hellings family

The Hosking family

The Lukey family

Ann Major

Max Male & family

Will Moss & family

Joshua Newell & family

Ciaran O’Toole & family

The Pascoe family

The Pecorelli family

Dan Perrett

Josh Powell & family

The Ratcliffe family

Tom Risby & family

Matthew Sargent & family

Teo Smyth & family

Susan, Nick & Harry Standen

James Webster & family

Julia & James Wills

2 anonymous donors

Class of 2017

Thank you to the families who have raised 15% of a full 7-year bursary.

William Ashworth & family

The Baumann family

James Bremner & family

Lucas Callcut & family

Josh Cudby & family

Ravi Desor & family

Jonathan Ding

Jonathan Ferguson & family

Tom Gardner & family

George Glover & family

William Heylen

Matthew Hind & family

The Beckingham Society

Thank you to those who have generously pledged to support the RGS in their Wills.

Rodney Buckton OG'60

Jeremy M Butterfield OG'68

Carol & Gil Carter OG'63

Matthew Charlton OG'89

Richard Collins OG'75

Susan Cover & Malcolm Simmonds

Julia & Richard Cuddington OG'65

Leon Doré OG'65

Michael Egan OG'75

Kate & Ian El-Mokadem OG'86

Wendy & Ian Ewart

Julia Facey

In memory of (Stephen) Paul Finigan OG'64

Neil Fitzsimmons OG'77

Keith Havelock OG'58

Joyce Joyner in memory of her late husband Ken Joyner OG'41

Guy Kelly OG'14

Paul Landless OG'96

Michael J Lee OG'50

Catherine Moorehead

Gina Perriman in memory of her late husband Francis Perriman OG'48

Bernard Phelps OG'62

Kate & Ian Reynolds

John A Simpson

Talei Strick in memory of her late husband

Robert Strick OG'49

The Swirski family

Richard Tilbrook OG'79

and 12 anonymous members

Legacies

Thank you to the following late members of our community for their generous donations to the RGS Bursary fund.

John Downham OG'43

Ian Nicholas OG'47

Robert Strick OG'49

1 anonymous supporter

School Support

We would like to thank the following for their generous donations to programmes outside of bursaries:

Carol & Gil Carter OG'63, for their generous gift of two prizes for Design and Technology to Upper and Lower Sixth students, to reflect their passion for this subject.

The Moorehead Travel Scholarship, a future legacy from Catherine Moorehead, former RGS English Teacher who also ran the RumDoodle (Mountaineering) Society, for a Sixth Former to travel adventurously every year.

Jasmin & Robert Waterhouse OG'02, for their generous gift in support of the RGS Primary Tudor Project, a local educational partnerships central to the ethos of the RGS.

Families who donated musical instruments and those individuals and organisations who continue to sponsor the RGS Strings Scheme, with particular thanks to Dale Chambers, Head of Strings at the RGS, and the following organisations;

Boxgrove Primary School

Community Foundation for Surrey

Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust

MILA Charitable Organisation

Sandfield Primary School

Surrey Hills International Music Festival

Events

We host a range of events for everyone in the RGS community, from recent leavers to long-standing members. Whether you’re an OG, parent, or former staff member, we love welcoming you back to the School. Join us to celebrate our shared history and lasting friendships. With a vibrant programme of events for all ages, there’s something for everyone. If you have any questions or would like to attend, please email us at og@rgsg.co.uk

We look forward to seeing you soon.

May

22 May 6.30pm - Class of 2025 - RGS Guildford

June

3 Tuesday 1.15pm - Market Day Concert - Holy Trinity Guildford

7 Saturday 3.30pm - Class of 1995 Reunion - Big School, RGS

12 Thursday 6.30pm - Supporters’ Reception - RGS Headmaster’s Lawn

21 Saturday 12pm - Classes of 1971 & 1972 Reunion - Big School, RGS

22 Sunday 10am - 5pm - Headmaster’s XI v. OG XI - Bradstone Brook

23 Monday 4.30 - 6pm - Undergraduate Drinks - The Tup, Guildford

25 Wednesday 5 - 7pm - Private Art View - RGS Art School

26 Thursday 7pm - Ensembles Concert - RGS Auditorium

July

1 Tuesday 1.15pm - Market Day Concert - Holy Trinity Guildford

1 Tuesday 6.30pm - RGS Rock - The Boileroom Guildford

2 Wednesday 7.30pm - Orchestra Concert - Holy Trinity Guildford

5 Saturday 11am - 2pm - Class of 2024 vs. Staff Ultimate Frisbee - Bradstone Brook

5 Saturday 5pm - Classes of 1983-1985 Reunion - Big School, RGS

14 Monday 7pm - New York City Reunion - tbc

17 Thursday 7pm - Palo Alto Reunion - host Christian Bailey OG 1994

October

7 Tuesday 1.15pm - Market Day Concert - Holy Trinity Guildford

8 Wednesday 12.30pm - Beckingham Society Lunch - Big School, RGS

11 Saturday 12.30pm - Classes of 1980-1982 Reunion - Big School, RGS

November

29 Saturday 1-4pm - RGS Christmas Market - Great Hall, RGS

Events 2024

Supporters’

Reception

Undergraduate Drinks

Classes of 1993 & 1994 Reunion

Classes of 2009 - 2013 Reunion

Development Director

Marketing & Communications

+44 (0)1483 880665

rgsfoundation@rgsg.co.uk

RGS Development

High Street, Guildford Surrey, GU1 3BB

Alumni Relations

Development Officer

Development & Alumni Administrator

@RGSGOG royal-grammar-school-guildford rgs.guildford

Monica Popa
Helen Dixon
Philippa Green
Lucy Shires
Michelle Searle

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