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RSJ Insights
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2025/09/26
What is Personalised Learning?
At our school, Personalised Learning (PL) is all about helping every child thrive at RSJ. The PL team has two branches: PL SEND and PL EAL. PL SEND supports students who may find learning more challenging…
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Interview with Anthony Gardner, Admissions manager at Rugby School Japan
Educated in the UK, Anthony Gardner has been working in Japan in the field of education for over 25 years. He joined Rugby School Japan in early 2025 as the new Admissions Manager. In this role,…
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The Power of Intrinsic Motivation
What does it mean to succeed? For many, success is measured in wealth, awards, and recognition. But the story of Grigori Perelman, one of the most remarkable mathematicians of our age, challenges us to think differently….
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2025/06/20
Investing in Futures: Launch of the RSJ Fundraising Programme & Debenture Scheme
On 12 June 2025, we were delighted to host an enjoyable community evening bringing together families, staff, alumni, and members of Rugby School Global, including Neil Hampton, the CEO of the Group. The highlight of the…
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The Physics of Sound: Where Science Meets Music
At first glance, physics and music might seem like separate worlds – one defined by equations, the other by emotion. But in truth, the two are closely intertwined. Every note we hear, every rhythm that moves…
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2025/06/06
The Value of Senior Pupil Leadership at Rugby School Japan
As the final term of the academic year draws to a close, we look forward to announcing the appointment of next year’s Senior Pupil Leadership Team. Senior pupil leadership at Rugby School Japan plays a pivotal…
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A Geographical Study of Tōhoku’s Coastal Recovery
At the end of May, pupils from the Geography Department embarked on Rugby School Japan’s first three-day academic residential trip – an enriching and memorable journey through the Tōhoku region. Travelling from Fukushima to Kesennuma, the…
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Inspiring the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs at RSJ
At Rugby School Japan, developing a spirit of enterprise and entrepreneurship is at the core of our Finance, Business Studies, and Economics curriculum. Every year, in the very first Business Studies lesson, students are asked a…
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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…
