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2025/05/16
Designing Our Future: Reflections from the Rugby School Global Colloquium
At RSJ, we believe in preparing young people not just for university or work, but for life and that means helping them explore multiple futures with confidence, creativity, and purpose. This belief was echoed powerfully during…
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The Benefits of Whole-School Singing
Written by Peter Musson, Director of Music at Rugby School Japan At Rugby School Japan we uphold a strong culture of whole-school singing, and I just wanted to take this opportunity to discuss a little bit…
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2025/05/02
Sport, A Tradition Rooted in Character
As we reflect on this past weekend’s Sports Day, I find myself returning to a question that often arises at Rugby School Japan: why is sport such an important part of our school life? The answer…
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Sustainability in Action at Rugby School Japan
At Rugby School Japan, we are all too aware of how fortunate our pupils are to have access to world-class facilities and resources that support an outstanding education. The Environment and Sustainability Club was established not…
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2025/04/18
Meet Jess Ivey-Sun: Shaping the Future of Co-Curricular Programmes
Dear Students, Parents, and Members of the School Community, It is with great excitement and a deep sense of purpose that I write to you as the new Assistant Principal – Co-Curricular. Joining this vibrant…
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Peek Around the Classroom Door and See What Really Goes on During Our Lessons
In Year 8 history, our pupils explore some of the more challenging aspects of world history, encouraging them to consider their broader implications. Reflecting both our British and global contexts, our curriculum examines the foundations of…
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A Student Leader’s Journey Through Art and Culture
When I was appointed the role of Arts and Culture prefect, I immediately began brainstorming ways to promote these departments of the school. I soon came to realise that this was quite difficult to do as…
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2025/03/21
What We Do – Mathematics Department
Every week at Rugby School Japan is busy, but with: Podiversity heats, an Open Morning, meetings for the residential trips as well as final rehearsals and five fantastic performances of the Junior and Senior productions taking…
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Taking the next step beyond RSJ: 2025 University Pathways
March, the beginning of Spring, is a crucial point in the academic year for British schools like ours. It signals the completion of the taught elements of the A-level and IGCSE curriculum with pupils now looking…
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2025/03/07
How Educators Can Ignite a Love of Chemistry in their Pupils
A common issue in chemistry education is a decline in enthusiasm for the subject as pupils progress through their schooling. A 2019 survey of over 6,000 students in the UK found that 76% of pupils in…
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Reflections on RSJ’s Parent Forum Event
At our recent Parent Forum event on Saturday the 22nd of February, over 40 parents gathered to explore six key areas of school life, engaging in meaningful discussions about the school’s development. The feedback was overwhelmingly…
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School productions: Much more than Confidence
Dr César A. Cruz, educator and activist, is attributed to the following quote: “Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable”. As the Head of drama here at Rugby School Japan, I have the privilege…
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2025/02/21
Inspiring Creativity and Building Connections Through Drama
At this point in the academic year, our thoughts naturally start turning toward September and planning for the further growth and development of the school. As I work with the Senior Leadership Team to find the…
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The Importance of Computer Science Education: More Than Just Computers
As a teacher of Computer Science a favourite quote of mine is, “Computer Science is no more about computers than astronomy is about telescopes” Edsger Wybe Dijkstra This insightful quote highlights a crucial point: Computer Science…
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2025/02/07
Rugby School Japan: A Beacon of Pastoral Excellence
In its brief but impactful history, Rugby School Japan (RSJ) has aimed to establish itself as a model of outstanding pastoral care, earning Beacon Status under the COBIS compliance framework. This recognition is a reflection of…
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The Importance of Learning CAD in D&T
The Importance of Learning CAD in Design and Technology In today’s technology-driven world, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) has become an indispensable skill for students studying Design and Technology. From designing furniture to everyday products, CAD bridges the…
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Junior Entrepreneurs and Enterprise Club Members Collaborate to Achieve Spectacular Return on Investment for RSJ’s Angel Investor
At the start of the year, RSJ’s Director of Co-Curricular, Mr Futawatari, became Enterprise Club’s chief Angel Investor, offering two entrepreneurial teams ¥5000 each as start-up capital. Their challenge was to generate a return on Mr…
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What does it mean to be an RSJ historian?
At RSJ, history is about learning to ask questions and critically assess the world around us. How have we been shaped by the past? How has our world been moulded by its global context? Not only…
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2025/01/24
The Importance of Leadership
Self-Leadership – Strengths, Values, & Personality Types: “Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom” – Aristotle, Greek Philosopher. In New Zealand Māori culture, there is a saying: “Ko Wai Au?” which translates to “Who am…
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Unlocking Creativity: How Co-Curricular Arts Shape Pupil’s Growth
Co-curricular activities in the arts play an important role in helping children grow and develop, they are a key area of the RSJ Co-curricular programme. These activities, alongside normal school lessons, provide unique opportunities for children…
