Rugby school Japan
RSJ Insights
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2026/09/11
Behind Every Grade
Examination results offer an important snapshot of what pupils have achieved, but they only tell part of the story. Behind every grade are hours of teaching, conversations with pupils, moments of challenge, individual support and decisions…
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The Journey Behind the Results
The start of a new academic year invites us to look both backwards and forwards. For me, this year feels particularly significant. I begin my time as Principal of Rugby School Japan at a moment when…
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2026/06/26
Now we can potentially live forever, should we?
Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of delivering an RSJ assembly entitled Lessons Learnt from History. Rather than focusing on a historical event or individual, I explored the story of the Human Genome Project and…
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Looking back, looking forward
Setting up a school in Japan is not for the faint hearted, are you sure you want to do it? So said a long time friend, and highly respected ex-colleague from Rugby School before I came…
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2026/06/24
What Is Rugby School Japan?
A guide to Rugby School Japan’s British curriculum, day and boarding school education, IGCSEs, A Levels, House System and location near Tokyo. Rugby School Japan (RSJ) is a British-style international day and boarding school located in…
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2026/06/12
Outdoor Learning and the Development of the Whole Person
At various points during their education, pupils encounter experiences that cannot be fully replicated within the classroom. A steep hillside climbed alongside friends, a tent pitched in fading light, or a meal prepared independently after a…
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How Chemistry Can Make Everyday Life Interesting
Ask a group of pupils what they think of chemistry, and you’ll likely hear a familiar set of responses: “It’s too abstract,” “I don’t see the point,” or the classic, “When am I ever going to…
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Understanding Autism and Social Communication Needs
Autism is a difference in how a person processes information, experiences the world, and interacts with others. It is often described as a spectrum because every autistic person is unique. While some autistic students may require…
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2026/05/22
Understanding Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a learning difference that primarily affects reading, spelling, and writing. Pupils with dyslexia may find it harder to recognise words quickly, remember spellings, organise written ideas, or process large amounts of written information. Some…
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Preparing our students for life with Physics
Several scientific studies have found that regularly solving physics problems changes the structure of your brain, forming new neural connections via a phenomenon known as neuroplasticity. These connections help to improve the overall function of the…
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2026/05/08
Keep Moving: Why Physical Activity Matters During Exam Season
As we enter exam season, it is natural for pupils and families to feel that academic work must take priority. Revision timetables become more intense, evenings become busier, and it can be tempting to see physical…
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Beyond Borders – The Value of Exchange
By Principal Tony Darby There is often a particular moment during an exchange programme when a pupil begins to realise that they are no longer simply visiting another place, but becoming part of it. It may…
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2026/04/24
Understanding ADHD
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a common form of neurodiversity that affects how the brain manages attention, activity levels, and organisation. It has a strong neurological and genetic basis and is one of the most…
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What We Do in the Mathematics Department
120 RSJ students have chosen to enter the UKMT & AMC Mathematics Challenges this year through the school. The eight Year 10 students that entered the AMC 10 competition in October were the first from RSJ…
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AI, Education, and the Confidence to Shape the Future
It is difficult to open a newspaper or attend a conference today without encountering some reference to Artificial Intelligence. Much of the conversation is framed in terms of uncertainty: Which jobs will disappear? Which skills will…
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2026/03/20
Supporting Your Child with Prep at Home
Prep (homework) is an important part of learning, but large tasks can sometimes feel overwhelming for some students. A few simple strategies at home can help make prep time calmer and more productive. Break tasks into…
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Music and enrichment at RSJ
Music plays a vibrant and important role in life at RSJ, and nowhere is this more clearly seen than in the school’s weekly enrichment programme. Designed to provide students with regular opportunities to collaborate, rehearse, and…
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A Legacy of Opportunity
Before Rugby School became known for its traditions, its buildings, or its reputation, it began with a single act of generosity. In 1567, Lawrence Sheriff, a local boy from Brownsover, left a gift intended to provide…
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2026/03/06
The Courage to Perform
In 2008, Google launched project oxygen – an initiative that planned on seeing what mattered most in the hiring and management of its workers. Its results were rather unusual for a tech company at the time,…
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International Applications and Life Beyond RSJ
An Interview with RSJ’s University and Career Counselling Team My name is Yesenia Castelan. I am the University and Career Counsellor here at RSJ. I am essentially the head of the department and our department is…
