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Year 7 Sleepover: A Night to Remember
The much-anticipated Year 7 Sleepover took place on Friday night in the Sports Hall, and it was a fantastic success. With an impressive turnout of nearly the whole year group, the event was filled with fun, laughter, and plenty of memorable moments.
Classical Symposium: Royal High's Unique Classical Variety Show
On Wednesday evening, almost seventy students presented an impressive Classical variety show while volunteer student ‘slaves’ offered classically inspired refreshments to a full audience. With eighteen different performances, all prepared by students in their own time, there was something for everyone. Each year group was represented and the eclectic, joyous and often witty performances were not only delivered in English, but there were also short plays in Latin and Greek (with subtitles and pictures projected for those less fluent). The evening was great fun, and it was obvious to see the vital skills our brave students had developed – oracy, organisation, independence, teamwork, curiosity and a real love of the ancient world and all it offers for everyone.Â
Weekly Reflections: Raising Awareness of Hidden Disabilities
Our Head of Careers, Mrs Melanie Whalley, writes about our assembly to mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025, with the focus of  raising awareness of hidden disabilities. What was unique about this assembly is that all of the content was entirely student driven.Â
Staff Sports Day: Chaos, Laughter, and Some Questionable Athleticism for Comic Relief
This afternoon the Senior School community witnessed a sporting spectacle like no other, as teachers traded textbooks for trainers in a hilarious Staff Sports Day, all in aid of Comic Relief. Organised by our brilliant Year 13 Charity Prefects, Jess and Ashleigh with the help of Amelie, the event saw around 20 teachers stepping up to represent their houses in an afternoon of friendly(ish) competition.
Languages for the Future: Exploring the incredible opportunities that language learning can offer
The Languages Department at Royal High recently hosted an exciting and engaging Languages for the Future conference, which brought together current students and distinguished alumnae to explore the incredible opportunities that language learning can offer.
Young Musicians Shine at Royal High’s Annual Competition
On Monday, 17 March, the Music School was alive with talent as the Royal High’s annual Young Musician of the Year competition took center stage. With over 90 musicians performing throughout the day, each showcasing dedication and artistry.
Year 5’s Exciting Trip to We the Curious
Year 5 had an unforgettable day at We the Curious in Bristol, where they immersed themselves in the world of science through hands-on exhibits and interactive activities.Â
Royal High Sixth Formers shine at Bath International Schools' Model United Nations
Royal High School Sixth Form recently joined schools from across Bath for the annual Bath International Schools’ Model United Nations (BISMUN), a prestigious event hosted by Kingswood School. Over the course of an action-packed weekend, more than 400 students from the UK—and even as far as Mexico—came together to engage in high-level debates and diplomacy.Fourteen of our students proudly represented the delegations of Malaysia, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe. Throughout the conference, they debated pressing global issues, including biodiversity, women’s rights, and international political conflicts, showcasing their depth of knowledge and commitment to global affairs.
The Elements: A Dazzling Display of Dance and Creativity
This year’s annual dance show, The Elements, is a spectacular celebration of movement and creativity. Featuring over 60 dancers from the Senior School and 33 from the Prep School, the production brought the theme of the four elements, earth, water, fire, and air, to life through a diverse range of dance styles. Rehearsals for the show began back in October, with students dedicating their lunchtimes and GCSE Dance lessons to perfecting their performances. Their hard work and commitment culminated in a showcase of both individual expression and collaborative choreography.