Stunning performances at the Royal Hospital School Scholars’ Concert

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Twenty six of the Royal Hospital School’s most talented musicians took part in a Scholars’ Concert on Saturday 8 February, performing to a highly enthusiastic capacity audience of guests, parents, staff and fellow pupils.

The standard of performance was astonishingly high with a great range of instrumental talents being demonstrated, including solo voice, tuba, oboe, flute, recorder, drums, piano and cello, and every year group from 7 to 13 was represented.

Huge thanks to Mr Saunders and the music staff for organising the event, to all the scholars for playing so brilliantly, to the visiting music teachers who make such things possible – many of whom were able to join us at the concert – and to parents and friends for their invaluable support.

The scholars who performed were:

Rion Shirayanagi	Year 10	St. Vincent	Piano
Lizzy Blackett	Year 13	Nelson	Soprano
Harvey Crallan	Year 7	Drake	Trumpet
Harry Salter	Year 11	Raleigh	Singing
Simone Rossouw	Year 11	Howe	Singing
Lauren Johnson	Year 11	Anson	Singing
William Jenner	Year 9	Raleigh	Violin
Imogen Kerr	Year 9	Raleigh	Piano
Taylor Godfrey	Year 10	Raleigh	Soprano
Sarah Murrison	Year 11	Hood	Flute
Phillipa Murrison	Year 11	Hood	Flute
Ami Zhang	Year 10	Raleigh	Flute
George Rennison	Year 12	Raleigh	Flute
Martha Torrington	Year 10	Hood	Flute / Singing
Tom Craggs-Ward	Year 13	Nelson	Trumpet
TJ Sunuwar	Year 12	Howe	Alto
Winnie Lei	Year 12	Howe	Piano
Ben Banks	Year 10	St. Vincent	Cello
Madison Claridge	Year 10	Raleigh	Drums
Joe Craggs-Ward	Year 11	Collingwood	Clarinet
Sally Watson	Year 10	Hood	Singing
Bradley Tai	Year 10	Raleigh	Piano
Sam Banks	Year 7	Drake	Tuba
Daniel Waterman	Year 9	Raleigh	Trumpet
Henry Doe	Year 13	Nelson	Oboe
Elle Henley	Year 13	Nelson	Oboe

Head Scholar says work smart beyond the classroom

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This week our Head Scholar, Alistair Green, tells the School that being academic does not have to be confined to the classroom.

“Being academic doesn’t mean getting full marks on every test and handing in stacks of extra work. Whilst this obviously won’t hurt your results, and I would clearly not discourage it, there is more to being academic than marks. Reading a book on a topic that interests you is such a simple thing, and yet so few people do it. I am not suggesting you pick up a text book and learn it cover to cover, but that you read a book for LitSoc, or just because you want to. And it is not only lovers of English that the library caters for, if you prefer science, there are hundreds of popular science books available, and even the maths department has its own book club.

The School has worked hard on providing enriching activities for all pupils. Some of you may even be part of an “academic” club without realising it. Model United Nations (MUN) for example is a hugely rewarding experience for pupils, and members rave about how MUN is fun, but behind that, it helps improve skills critical for school work. Inter-House debating is very well supported and it was great to see the number of people at the staff versus sixth form debate, even if half only turned up to see Dr Allday argue against the use of the already infamous Lightspeed filter system.

The language department put on a very successful European Language Day, with people from all year groups descending on the language corridor at stand easy to be served at the continental café. Staff are working tirelessly to put on events across the School, from pyrotechnic or dissection club over to RS symposium and psychology film club, there are clubs that cater to every interest. However, it is a waste of time for staff to organise these activities if nobody turns up, and so I would like to challenge all of you to participate in at least one event that interests you. At the very least, read a newspaper, listen or watch the news and keep track of current affairs – it is easy to forget that there is a world outside of RHS that everyone, even those in Year 7, will be thrown into all too soon.

Last week the Heads of School went to particular care not to press the point of seizing every opportunity, but I am going to brave the cliché. RHS provides the tools to help you succeed, but it is up to you to use them. Just ask anyone in the Upper Sixth and they will tell you how important it is to develop a strong work ethic early on. It is obviously never too late to start developing study skills, it is a lot easier to start early, and find what works for you.”

Drama Scholarships available from September 2014

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From September 2014, prospective new pupils can apply for a Drama Scholarship for entry at 11+, 13+ or 16+. Applications can be made on the basis of candidates achievement and potential as a performer.

Requirements

• Achieve a satisfactory performance in the School’s Entrance Examinations.
• Attend an audition to include a preliminary workshop-style series of games and exercises (11+ and 13+) and to perform a pre-prepared monologue of their choice (2 monologues if applying at 16+)
• Attend an interview with the Head of Drama
• Those joining in Year 7 or 9 are required to take Drama at GCSE

As a Drama Scholar, pupils are expected to demonstrate a wholehearted commitment to Drama at the School, in both lessons and outside the classroom. Through this they must be able to manage both their academic and other school commitments alongside Drama; continuing to fulfil their identified potential and maintain this throughout their time at the School.

As with all scholars at the Royal Hospital School all Drama scholars will be subject to an annual review.

Provision by the School

The School aims to provide Drama scholars with the best possible education and opportunities to further their Drama potential. As a part of this the School undertakes to provide:

• An environment that nurtures Drama scholars’ talent and abilities
• A range of performance opportunities
• Visiting professionals for advice and support
• Monitoring of development, including regular formal and informal meetings

For a 2014 Application Form contact the Admissions Office on 01473 326136 or admissions@royalhospitalschool.org

Michael Stokes accepted onto RAF Flying Scholarship Course

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Having already achieved a solo flight in an RAF glider, RHS pupil Michael Stokes applied for and has been accepted on to one of just 50 flying scholarship courses offered nationally by the RAF each year.

As a result, much of Michael’s Christmas holiday was spent at Tayside Aviation in Scotland learning how to fly the Grob Tutor.

After just under 11 hours of instruction, Michael was allowed to complete a 15 minute solo flight in what turned out to be poor weather, requiring him to fly some of the circuit on instruments.

In addition to the flying, Michael also had to pass an exam on Air Law, Airfield Operations, Emergencies, Navigation and Weather which he did with a commendable high score of 84%.

Michael’s course report rated him as either outstanding in a number of categories and said that ‘he showed very good potential as a future pilot’.

Congratulations to Michael – a great achievement for him and the Royal Hospital Schools’ Combined Cadet Force.

The Royal Hospital School is a co-educational boarding and day school for 11 to 18 years olds set in 200 acres of Suffolk countryside overlooking the River Stour. http://www.royalhospitalschool.org

 

Year 6 Sports Taster Days

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Two Sports Taster Days are being held at the Royal Hospital School for boys and girls in Year 6 at their current School.

Rugby at the Royal Hospital School

With acres of sports fields, committed coaching staff, and the opportunity to take part in games at least three times a week, physical fitness and competition are promoted at the Royal Hospital School. The range of sports is significant, from the traditional games to more specialist sports, and the most able of young sportsmen and women are encouraged to complete to the highest level.

The Girls’ taster day will be held on Friday 12 October and the Boys’ on Friday 16 November.

Hockey at the Royal Hospital School

These events are open to all boys and girls with a love of sport who are in Year 6 in the academic year 2012/2013. The aim of both days will be to have fun and find out a bit more about the team and individual sports at the Royal Hospital School. It will also be an opportunity for our sports staff to view and identify potential sports scholars for future entry to the school.

To book a place, please contact Kate Evers on 01473 326136 or admissions@royalhospitalschool.org