RGS WORCESTER has been named Independent Senior School of the Year at the prestigious Tes Awards.
The national award places the school among the very best in the United Kingdom following a rigorous judging process involving leading figures from both the state and independent sectors. Open to more than 32,000 schools across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the Tes Awards celebrate excellence in education, innovation, leadership and pupil outcomes.
The award recognised RGS Worcester’s combination of academic excellence, strong pastoral care and leadership in preparing young people for a rapidly changing world.
Judges praised the school’s vision and delivery on that vision to ensure that all pupils flourish both academically and personally, while responding thoughtfully to the opportunities and challenges facing modern education.
RGS Worcester was the only independent school from the West Midlands shortlisted for the Independent Senior School of the Year Award and was ultimately selected as the national winner from an outstanding shortlist featuring some of the most respected schools in the country including Charterhouse, Tonbridge School and Latymer Upper School.
Some 1,200 people attended the award ceremony in London and the judges confirmed that more schools had applied for the awards this year than ever before.
Headmaster John Pitt said: “To be recognised as Independent Senior School of the Year is an extraordinary honour and a proud moment for everyone connected with RGS Worcester.
“This award reflects the dedication, expertise and care shown every day by our staff, the ambition and character of our pupils, and the support of our parents, governors, alumni and wider school community.
“Education changes lives. This award belongs to every member of our community who contributes to creating an environment where young people flourish academically, develop confidence and character, and leave school prepared to make a positive contribution to the world. We are immensely proud of what has been achieved here at RGS together. And this award gives us the confidence to press on now to reach new heights at the RGS Schools for our pupils.”
