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Little Women: National School Theatre Awards Nomination
The Royal High School’s production of Little Women was a truly unforgettable evening, celebrating the talent, dedication and creativity of our students. Performed on Friday 25 April, the show brought Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel to the stage in a moving and beautifully staged performance that captivated everyone in the audience.
Year 13 Muck-Up Day: A Wild West Farewell
Today, the school bid a fond farewell to our Year 13 students in true Muck-Up Day style, celebrating the end of their time with us before they embark on study leave in preparation for their final exams.This year’s theme - Wild West - transformed the Senior School, complete with wood shavings scattered across the floor and a host of cowboy-inspired decorations. The day was filled with energy and spirit, as students embraced the tradition of light-hearted mischief, marking the occasion with creativity and humour.

Weekly Reflections: Lifting others as we climb
At Royal High, student leadership isn't about popularity or titles. It’s not about being the loudest voice, but the voice that makes space for others. It’s about being present when it matters, taking initiative when others step back, and choosing to uplift rather than outshine.

Good luck to our Year 11s!
Today marked a significant milestone for our incredible Year 11 students as they officially began their GCSE study leave. We are immensely proud of the dedication, perseverance, and resilience they have shown throughout the last two years.

Year 11 Student Laura Accepted into the Prestigious National Youth Theatre
We are absolutely thrilled to share the outstanding news that Year 11 student Laura has secured a place at the National Youth Theatre (NYT) — one of the UK’s most prestigious institutions for young performers. With a fiercely competitive audition process and a success rate of just 8%, this is an extraordinary achievement and a true testament to Laura’s talent, dedication, and passion for performance.

Alumnae Spotlight: Kaat Van Assche, Class of 2018
Kaat Van Assche, Royal High School Bath Class of 2018, is currently in her 3rd year of a PhD at the Robot Assisted Surgery (RAS) lab at KU Leuven in Belgium. "RHSB empowered me to think big, set high goals, and realise I was more capable than I had imagined. Having strong female role models in STEM helped shift my perspective on what was possible. My peers and friends were especially my role models, with such amazing minds, showing me what was possible through their own determination and achievements."

Welcoming the New Student Leadership Team at Royal High
This morning, we officially marked the handover of leadership at Royal High School Bath during our Senior School assembly.

Weekly Reflections: The Magic of Serendipity
As we begin a new term, I wanted to share a thought that’s been on my mind—something that may resonate with many of us navigating a world so often filtered through screens. Over the holidays, I read a thought-provoking book titled The Extinction of Experience by historian Christine Rosen. The book explores how our increasing reliance on technology—particularly social media—is quietly reshaping the way we live, connect, and experience the world. It struck a chord.

A Warm Welcome to Cheryl Giovannoni, Chief Executive of the GDST
This week, we were thrilled to welcome Cheryl Giovannoni, Chief Executive of the GDST, to Royal High School Bath. Cheryl took the time to catch up with our new Head, Mrs. Heidi-Jayne Boyes, meet with staff members, and hear from our newly appointed Student Leadership Team.During an inspiring conversation with students, Cheryl shared valuable insights on leadership, urging them to embrace their roles as future changemakers. Her message was both powerful and encouraging: no matter what field they choose to lead in, students should use their voices to uplift other women, challenge misogyny, and confront toxic masculinity.