RGS Worcester
RGSWPart of RGS Worcester Family of Schools, Secular
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
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EnglishRGS Worcester is a leading independent senior school for boys and girls aged 11–18, located in Worcester city centre. It is part of the RGS Worcester Family of Schools, which provides education from nursery through to Sixth Form.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school aims to deliver an inclusive, challenging, and academically stimulating education that fosters a love of learning. It balances traditional teaching practices with modern innovation, encouraging pupils to be active learners who develop confidence, resilience, and respect for their community. The school prioritizes individual care, ensuring each pupil is seen, known, and understood.
Programmes
The curriculum is wide, varied, and balanced, with a focus on core subjects including English, Mathematics, Sciences, and Modern Foreign Languages. In the Lower School (Years 7–8), the curriculum provides a foundation for further study, while Year 9 allows for breadth through creative arts, Latin, Classics, and Computer Science. The GCSE years (10–11) offer a personalized curriculum, and the Sixth Form provides A Level pathways, including the Extended Project Qualification.
Outcomes
RGS Worcester has a tradition of achieving high examination results at GCSE and A Level, with excellent value-added scores. Each year, over 80% of students secure their first-choice university placement. The school was named Independent Senior School of the Year 2026 by Tes and received a 'Significant Strength' recognition in its January 2025 ISI inspection.
Student support
Learning support
The school emphasizes a supportive and inclusive learning environment, utilizing high-quality teaching and a Digital Learning Programme to engage students. Pastoral care is structured through a House system, with dedicated support for pupils in the Lower, Middle, and Sixth Form sections to ensure individual development and well-being.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does RGS Worcester offer?
- RGS Worcester offers National Curriculum (England).
- Is RGS Worcester a day or boarding school?
- RGS Worcester is a day school.
- What accreditations does RGS Worcester hold?
- RGS Worcester holds accreditations including COBIS.
- Is RGS Worcester co-educational?
- RGS Worcester is a co-ed school.
- Where is RGS Worcester located?
- RGS Worcester is an international school in Worcester, United Kingdom.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The admissions process for RGS Worcester Senior School (Years 7–10) involves six stages: a visit, registration, a taster day, school references, entrance examinations/scholarship assessments, and an offer. Registration is recommended by September of the year prior to entry, though applications are accepted at any time. Sixth Form admissions follow a separate process. The school also offers scholarships and bursaries, with specific application deadlines provided annually.
Calendar
The academic year is divided into three terms: Michaelmas, Lent, and Trinity. Each term includes a half-term break, and the school year typically concludes in early July. New pupil induction days are held at the start of the Michaelmas term.
Facilities
About the campus
RGS Worcester is located in the city centre with extensive grounds and state-of-the-art facilities. The campus includes specialized departments for subjects such as Art, Design Technology, Drama, Music, and Science. Sports facilities support a variety of activities, including athletics, cricket, cross country, football, hockey, netball, rowing, and tennis, complemented by an Athlete Development Programme.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities, including music, art, drama, textiles, and debating. Students can participate in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and the Combined Cadet Force (CCF), which includes adventurous activities like coasteering, high ropes, and shooting. The school also provides various clubs, societies, and trips, alongside an award-winning careers programme and higher education guidance.
- Mr John PittHeadmaster
Mr John Pitt is the Headmaster of RGS Worcester. He oversees the Senior School, which provides education for pupils aged 11–18, and emphasizes the school's inclusive, challenging, and academically stimulating environment.
- Mr Gareth HughesHeadmaster
Mr Gareth Hughes is the Headmaster of RGS The Grange, a co-educational independent prep school for children aged 2 to 11. He focuses on creating a nurturing community where children are encouraged to explore, compete, and develop their talents.
Mr Stephen FlutterChair of the Education CommitteeStephen Flutter is the Chair of the Education Committee. He has a background in scientific research and a 40-year career in the independent education sector, including roles as a Headmaster and Deputy Headmaster.
Mr Howard KimberleyChair of the Finance and General Purposes Committee, and Chair of the IT Steering GroupHoward Kimberley is the Chair of the Finance and General Purposes Committee and the IT Steering Group. He is a former pupil of RGS Worcester and currently serves as the Chief Executive of an international aerospace manufacturing group.
Mr Ben EdwardsDirector of Finance and OperationsBen Edwards joined RGS Worcester in February 2023 as the Director of Finance and Operations and Clerk to the Governors. Prior to this role, he had a career in the RAF and served as a Bursar at other independent schools.