Good luck to the Medallion boys as they travel to Larne tomorrow for the 3rd Round of the Shield. The boys and coaches would appreciate all support possible so get up to Larne if you can and cheer them on!!Read more
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A super afternoon in Magherafelt as Rainey Endowed hosted a blitz with Omagh, Coleraine and ourselves. Three teams were entered with success (and tries) across the board!! Team 1 lost to Rainey in their first game 5-4 before beating Omagh 6-3 and beating Coleraine 2-0. Player of the day was Brody Fallis Team 2 alsoRead more
Year 12 Food and Nutrition students were busy getting into the Christmas spirit by creating mini lemon cheesecakes topped with pipped Chantilly cream for their Christmas practical. A great set of creations were evident!Read more
There are a limited number of tickets still available for this year’s Carol Service on Tuesday 17th December at 7:30pm, St Macartins’ Cathedral. Tickets can only be booked through School Comms (School Gateway App).Read more
An excellent win for the 2nd XV this afternoon in their cup match against Sullivan Upper. The boys raced into a 21-0 lead before Sullivan staged a second half comeback. However, heroic defending kept them at bay and we have secured a spot in the 2nd XV Cup Quarter Finals with a win 21-17. ManRead more
We are very much looking forward to this Thursday’s Christmas Lunch. In keeping with festive tradition pupils (8-14) are encouraged to wear their Christmas Jumpers/Hats on Thursday 12th for Christmas lunch. For clarification, this is NOT a NON- UNIFORM day and there is NO CHARGE to wear your Christmas jumpers as an addition to normal uniform.Read more
There was great success for Poppy Ramsey at the recent CCEA Moving Image Arts Showcase as her film, ‘Clown’ won third place in the AS Best Film category. Poppy, supported by her fellow ERGS pupils attended the celebratory event alongside more than 600 of Northern Ireland’s most creative young filmmakers and animators. The event inRead more
On Thursday 28th November we celebrated the many successes and notable achievements of our pupils in both their academic studies and in a wide range of extra-curricular activities. We were delighted that so many of our 2024 leavers were able to return to join in these celebrations in the beautiful setting of St Macartin’s Cathedral.Read more
A very good win for our 2nd XV this afternoon against Portadown in cold, foggy conditions. The lads started strongly and took a 14-0 lead into half time courtesy of tries from Adam Little and Harry West, both converted by Jake Hinchliffe. The second half was more evenly contested with ERGS out scoring Portadown byRead more
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Jack Benji Rutledge
Year I Left ERGS: 2018
A Level Subjects Studied:
Business Studies
Physical Education
Biology
After leaving ERGS in 2018, I began studying Business Management at Ulster University in Jordanstown while also working part-time at ‘The Midway Stores’ in Letterbreen.
I started university in 2018 and thoroughly enjoyed the experience - perhaps a little too much at times! However, like many people, my plans were interrupted in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wanting to give back during such a difficult period, I spent a year working at the COVID Centre in Enniskillen. This role allowed me to develop valuable interpersonal skills including teamwork, empathy, communication, and swabbing!
The following year, I returned to my studies with renewed focus and graduated with an honours degree in Business Management.
For the past two years, I have been completing my accountancy exams and am proud to say that I am now fully qualified and no longer a trainee!
Alongside my academic and professional journey, rugby has remained a huge part of my life. I am a proud member of Enniskillen Rugby Club and recently played a key role as “pack leader” in helping the club achieve promotion to the All-Ireland League (AIL) for the first time in its history. I was also shortlisted for the club’s “Man of Steel” award for three consecutive years.
I strongly believe in giving back to the club that has given me so much, and I currently coach the Enniskillen Rugby Club Under-16 side.
I am very grateful to ERGS for helping develop both my passion for rugby and the academic foundations that have supported my career journey.
Lin Ruo Zhang’s excellence in Mandarin was recognised at South-West College’s Celebration of Success event on Friday 12th June.
Lin Ruo Zhang received the award for HSK4 MANDARIN CHINESE. Lin was nominated by her tutor, Ms Ping Wang who cited: “Lin demonstrates excellent independent learning skills and a high level of commitment to her studies. Lin is polite, respectful and approaches tasks with diligence and responsibility - her outstanding attitude, consistent effort and exceptional academic performance make her the ideal candidate for an Excellence Award”.
Jack Kennedy
Class of 2020
Subjects studied at A’ Level: Maths, Geography, Technology & Design, and BTEC Engineering (South West College)
Post School Pathway: MEng Civil Engineering, Newcastle University, including an industrial placement year with GRAHAM Construction
Current Role: Graduate Civil Engineer, GRAHAM Construction
After leaving ERGS in 2020, I moved to Newcastle to study Civil Engineering at Newcastle University. During my degree, I completed a placement year with GRAHAM Construction, where I had the opportunity to work on the Leith Outer Berth project in Scotland. The £50 million project forms part of Scotland’s largest renewable energy hub, supporting the development of offshore wind energy. It was my first experience of working on a project of that scale and gave me a real appreciation for the role civil engineers play in delivering major infrastructure projects.
Following my placement year, I returned to Newcastle to complete my degree before going on to study for a Master’s in Civil Engineering. The combination of university life and practical experience helped confirm that engineering was the career path I wanted to follow.
University wasn’t all lectures and assignments, though. I was a member of Newcastle University Boat Club and had the privilege of competing at the Henley Royal Regatta, which was undoubtedly one of the highlights of my time there. After rowing, I took up rugby again during the 2023/24 season, having also played throughout my time at school. Balancing sport alongside school and university taught me a lot about managing my time and making the most of the opportunities available. More recently, I have developed a passion for endurance sport and, in 2025, completed Ironman Copenhagen, as well as taking part in several other Ironman events.
After graduating, I returned to GRAHAM Construction as a Graduate Civil Engineer and am currently based in Dundee, working on another offshore wind project. It’s been great to return to a company that played such an important role in my development during my placement year and to continue building my career in an industry that is contributing to the future of renewable energy.
Looking back, my time at both Portora Royal School and ERGS helped shape the person I am today. The support and encouragement I received from teachers gave me the confidence to pursue opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. Whether it was through academics, sport or extracurricular activities, school taught me the importance of working hard, getting involved and being willing to step outside my comfort zone.
If there’s one thing I’ve learned since leaving school, it’s that you don’t have to have everything figured out straight away. Being open to new experiences has led me to opportunities I never would have imagined when I was sitting in the classrooms at Portora and ERGS. From moving away from home and competing at Henley to completing an Ironman and working on major engineering projects, it’s been an exciting journey so far, and I’m looking forward to seeing where it takes me next.