RCS Prom 2025

On Wednesday 25th June, we had the pleasure of hosting our annual Prom at Wentworth Woodhouse. Our Year 11 leavers truly did us proud, with an array of grand entrances that ranged from a classic horse and carriage, to a golf buggy, with a host of impressive sports cars in between. Every student looked absolutely […]
Y9 DofE Bronze

This week, our Y9 DofE bronze group had perfect weather conditions for their expedition. Unlike previous groups, there was no rain or intense heat to deal with, just warm pleasant walking conditions with a gentle breeze. The only challenge was getting a full night’s sleep with the local owls and foxes making themselves heard! Despite […]
RCS Sports Awards 2025

On Friday 20th June, we held the annual RCS Sports Award Presentation Evening at the Aesseal New York Stadium. This event was a celebration of all the sporting successes for Rawmarsh throughout this year, and was a huge success with over 250 guests attending, being the most attended Sports Awards to date. The evening started […]
Y9 DofE Bronze Expedition

On possibly the hottest day of the year, a group of our Y9 students set off on their DofE Bronze Expedition. They were well prepared with sunscreen, hats, and regular water breaks at the checkpoints. They coped really well with the conditions, making sure they were well hydrated and weren’t slowed down by the heat […]
RCS Teachers Receive Certificate of Excellence

Congratulations to Mrs Tipper and Ms Quartermaine who have both received a Certificate of Excellence in the Pearson National Teaching Awards. 👏 The Pearson National Teaching Awards celebrate some of the very best educators across the UK and this national recognition highlights their passion, dedication and the positive impact they make on our students, colleagues […]
Y11 Leaver’s Assembly

Today saw our Y11 Leavers share their final memories with us here at RCS. Due to exam and booster timings, we invited Y11’s back in this morning for their leavers assembly and shirt signing. We even had a welcome visit from the ice cream van. It has been a fantastic morning filled with tears, laughter, […]
Y10 Duke of Edinburgh

Recently, our Y10s completed their Silver DofE qualifying expedition. Based in the White Peak area of Derbyshire, the students camped at Barn Farm in Birchover and walked through Lathkil Dale, the Chatsworth Estate, and along Froggatt, Curber and Baslow edges. They also passed through the villages of Baslow, Rowsley, and Darley Bridge. They had warm, […]
Y9 Onatti Play

Last Wednesday, Y9 Spanish students at Rawmarsh Community School were treated to a play by Onatti Theatre Company. Students listened well and took part using Spanish they had learnt throughout Year 8 and 9. The play was performed entirely in Spanish. Feedback from students was excellent, with some saying “it was amazing”, “100% funny, I would […]
Y9 Duke of Edinburgh

This week, the Y9 Duke of Edinburgh group completed their Bronze Expedition. To say the weather conditions were challenging is a bit of an understatement! When setting off from school, we were subjected to constant drizzle and regular downpours which really tested the student’s resolve. Walking to Elsecar, then on to Tankersley before arriving at Hesley […]
Y9 Food Technology

This week in Food Technology, Y9 students were tasked with creating some delicious desserts. Once these were done, they then practiced their decorating skills, making a ‘fine dining’ inspired presentation on their plates. Fantastic work, Y9! #WeWorkHard