Old Richians Association

Old Richians Association We are determined to engage with Old Richians as never before and draw them in to an extended family of young people, staff, parents and governors.

The Old Richians Association invites all friends and former pupils of Sir Thomas Rich's School to become members and help to strengthen links between Richians old and new. Our new Richian Alumni Association aims to foster a sense of belonging among our former students and develop in them a lasting commitment to the School's success. We want Rich's to be an outward looking, dynamic centre of excell

ence that prepares young people to lead in a complex and challenging world. Our alumni have a vital role to play in this. We hope you will help us by supporting the School in all it does.

Four former students of Sir Thomas Rich's School completed the entire length of Hadrian's Wall last Saturday, covering a...
18/06/2026

Four former students of Sir Thomas Rich's School completed the entire length of Hadrian's Wall last Saturday, covering all 70 miles in just over 14 hours!

Charlie Isaac, together with friends Chris Green, Ollie Booth and Scott Anderson, took on the remarkable challenge to raise money for a range of charities. The four friends, who started Sir Thomas Rich’s School in 2005, have remained close over the years and decided to undertake the demanding endurance run in support of causes that are important to them.

Charlie ran in aid of Prospect Hospice, where his younger brother Harvey, who has cerebral palsy, works. The team also raised funds for The Williams Syndrome Foundation, Prostate Cancer UK, The RAF Benevolent Fund and an MS charity.

Their achievement saw them complete one of the UK’s most iconic long-distance routes, demonstrating extraordinary determination and endurance while supporting a number of worthwhile charitable causes.



Stay up to date with all our alumni news and join our alumni community at https://community.strs.org.uk/network

We are currently recruiting for a part-time Teacher of English, closing date Wednesday 20 May at 9am.To apply see: https...
18/05/2026

We are currently recruiting for a part-time Teacher of English, closing date Wednesday 20 May at 9am.

To apply see: https://strschool.co.uk/about/vacancies.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the county's top schools - the English Department at Rich's is made up of hardworking teachers with a real passion for language and literature, all focused on helping pupils develop their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. The Department currently has nine teachers, covering Key Stage 3 through to A-Level and Oxbridge preparation. Staff play an active role in the Department’s extracurricular programme, which includes a Shakespeare Society with regular visits to the RSC, creative writing competitions, and book clubs for each key stage.

The Sir Thomas Rich's Jazz Band took to the free stage at the Cheltenham Jazz Festival on Saturday afternoon in Montpell...
05/05/2026

The Sir Thomas Rich's Jazz Band took to the free stage at the Cheltenham Jazz Festival on Saturday afternoon in Montpellier Gardens, with a fantastic performance of jazz pieces old and new. The polished presentation was the result of lots of hard work and rehearsals; a huge well done to Mr Hinton and all the talented musicians and vocalists who took part!

📅Calling Old Richians – our next Alumni Day takes place on Friday 11 September. If you left the School within the last 2...
01/05/2026

📅Calling Old Richians – our next Alumni Day takes place on Friday 11 September. If you left the School within the last 25 years and would be interested in speaking with our older pupils about your higher education and career journey, we would be very pleased to hear from you.

👩‍⚕Previous events have welcomed over 40 alumni representatives from a wide range of industries, providing valuable insight and helping pupils to build networks and develop their understanding of the workplace.

📨If you would like to take part – and have the opportunity to look around your former school – please contact Head of Careers, Mrs Manning, on [email protected].

🤸‍♀️Book our light, bright school gymnasium – ideal for sports clubs, dance, yoga, exercise classes and more!🌐Online boo...
24/04/2026

🤸‍♀️Book our light, bright school gymnasium – ideal for sports clubs, dance, yoga, exercise classes and more!

🌐Online booking at: https://strs.clients.communitybooking.co.uk

✔ Wooden floor
✔ Basketball hoops
✔ Badminton court
✔ Mats & benches
✔ 21 x 12m
✔Just £28.50 an hour!

📅We currently have slots available:

- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings.
- During the day on Saturdays and Sundays.

💷Standard rate £28.50 an hour, 25% off-peak discount for Sunday bookings £21.38 an hour.

❓Who can use our facilities?
Booking is open to everyone – individuals, clubs, businesses and community groups. You don’t need to have a connection to the school or to run a professional club to hire the space.

📨Contact us
Book online at the link above, or email [email protected] if you have any questions.

Old Richian Andy Frape (1979–1984) and his fellow metal detectorist John Ganley, an Old Cryptian, visited us this week t...
25/03/2026

Old Richian Andy Frape (1979–1984) and his fellow metal detectorist John Ganley, an Old Cryptian, visited us this week to present an interesting historical find to Headteacher Matthew Lynch. The item was uncovered by John during a recent metal detecting outing and he has kindly donated it to the School. The find is a school uniform button bearing the inscription 'Sir Thomas Rich's Hospital.' Records show the word 'Hospital' was dropped from the school name in 1882, and based on its style and design, the button is likely from between 1820 and 1880. It could prove to be one of our oldest artefacts.

Andy (pictured on the left) and John (centre) are members of a local metal detecting club based in Taynton, near Newent, www.glevumdetecting.com. We are extremely grateful to them for this generous donation and are delighted to add the button to our archives.

🏉We marked 80 years of rugby at the school with a special celebration event on Saturday, bringing together pupils, alumn...
25/03/2026

🏉We marked 80 years of rugby at the school with a special celebration event on Saturday, bringing together pupils, alumni, parents and supporters for a full day of sport and fundraising in aid of the School Development Fund.

In the morning the school fields were alive with energy for House Rugby, and it was equally special to see alumni back in action for the touch rugby fixtures. The afternoon delivered a brilliant showcase of competitive rugby. The U17s secured a 12-7 victory over the U16s in a closely contested match. The 1st XV fixture against Hartpury College provided a thrilling finale, with STRS taking an impressive 36-26 win.

Off the pitch, the atmosphere was just as vibrant. With a steady flow of BBQ food, refreshments and conversation, the event felt like a true community celebration, bringing together pupils, parents, alumni and friends of the school in support of a shared cause.

All funds raised will support the School Development Fund, which plays a vital role in enabling sport at Sir Thomas Rich’s. With so many pupils taking part in fixtures such as rugby on a weekly basis, this level of opportunity simply wouldn’t be possible without that support. The generosity of alumni, parents and friends helps provide essential resources such as coaching, transport and equipment, ensuring pupils can continue to represent the school with pride.

🔵🟡Support the Development Fund🟡🔵
https://community.strs.org.uk/supportus

The celebrations continued into the evening with a black-tie dinner and live music, providing the perfect finale to a memorable day. Mr Chris Carter, former Deputy Head, Old Richian and 1st XV Captain (1974–76), delivered the after-dinner speech. He was particularly pleased to be reunited with his 1975 teammate, Gareth Beamish. Chris said: “We hadn't seen each other for 50 years and shared some great memories. The power of rugby brought us back together.”

A huge thank you to everyone who attended, supported and contributed. It was a fitting tribute to 80 years of rugby – and a powerful reminder of the community that continues to make it all possible.

📣New Vacancy: Teacher of ScienceWe’re looking for an outstanding graduate to teach Science throughout the age range at S...
12/03/2026

📣New Vacancy: Teacher of Science

We’re looking for an outstanding graduate to teach Science throughout the age range at Sir Thomas Rich's School: teaching Biology, Chemistry and Physics to GCSE, and Biology and/or Chemistry to A Level.

This is a full-time permanent post, starting September 2026, although part-time will be considered for the right candidate.

For full details and to apply see www.strschool.co.uk/about/vacancies.

Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 25 March.

🌸 Spring Concert – Thursday 19 March, 6pm 🌸🎻Join us for an evening of music at our School Spring Concert on Thursday 19 ...
10/03/2026

🌸 Spring Concert – Thursday 19 March, 6pm 🌸

🎻Join us for an evening of music at our School Spring Concert on Thursday 19 March 2026, starting at 6pm. 🎶

🎟️ Buy tickets online now at: https://buytickets.at/sirthomasrichsschool/2111120

🎵The programme promises an eclectic mix of styles and genres, showcasing the talent and dedication of our pupils across all age groups. From solo performances to ensembles, the concert will celebrate the hard work and musical achievements of our students this term.

It’s always a highlight of the school calendar and a wonderful chance to support our young performers.

Alumni and friends of the school are, of course, also very welcome to attend.

We look forward to seeing you there!

We were pleased and proud to host the regional finals of the European Youth Parliament this week, welcoming eight school...
10/03/2026

We were pleased and proud to host the regional finals of the European Youth Parliament this week, welcoming eight schools from across the region for a day of lively debate and discussion. Students tackled a range of challenging and topical issues, including the role of artificial intelligence in education, toxic masculinity, childhood hunger, asylum applications, and rising geopolitical tensions.

With the Sir Thomas Rich's Debate Society continuing to grow, two teams represented the School in this year’s competition, demonstrating the strength and enthusiasm of our student debaters. The event was further enriched by a visit from Alex McIntyre, MP for Gloucester, who joined discussions with students about the key issues affecting young people locally and nationally.

Alex was accompanied by his Parliamentary Assistant, Old Richian Joshua Littler-Jennings, making the occasion a welcome return for an alumnus supporting the next generation of student debaters.

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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