Throughout their educational journey at Enniskillen Royal Grammar School, we aim to help all our pupils to explore, develop, and shape their futures in order to find and take their place in local, regional, national and global communities. This weekly publication allows parents/guardians to stay informed on education pathways, work experience opportunities, apprenticeships, emerging careersRead more
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On Thursday 14th September Harry McKenzie, Annabelle McKenzie and Tori Lilly travelled to Belfast’s Mary Peters Track to take part in the Multi Events Athletics Competition. This was a first time competing for ERGS in this particular competition. Harry took part in five events – 80mH, shot, long jump, 200m and 800m. Harry scored wellRead more
This year’s Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award group successfully completed their Gold expedition at the end of August. Their 4 day adventure took them across the Mourne Mountains, covering approximately 80 km. The leaders and assessor were very impressed with the group’s positive attitude, enthusiasm, commitment, perseverance and ability to work as part of aRead more
On Thursday 21 September, AS RE pupils attended the Promoting Good Relations Conference in the Lakeland Forum. They were joined by pupils from each of the other post-primary schools in Enniskillen. The facilitator was Catherine Scott from the Castle Museum who gave a presentation on “A Shared Identity” and pupils then engaged in follow-up discussionRead more
Number 90 – Yellow bus / Tempo area – will not run tomorrow (Friday 22nd September).Read more
Congratulations to our newly elected Student Leadership Team who today were presented with their badges at Assembly. As heads of the student body they will play an important role in the life of the school, and will be exemplary role-models and ambassadors representing the ethos of ERGS. Throughout their term of office they are responsibleRead more
Please note that for health and safety reasons we request that pupils are dropped off and/or picked up at the bottom of the hill on the Lough Shore Site. Thank you for your cooperation in not driving onto the terrace or parade ground at peak times of busyness i.e after 8.30am in the morning orRead more
There will be auditions for the Senior Drama Club production of Amadeus this Friday 22nd September, which are open to all in year 13 and year 14. Breaktime in Drama Dept Lough Shore for year 14 Lunchtime in LDT on CC for year 13. Anyone interested in acting or the production team is very welcomeRead more
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council in partnership with Fermanagh Rural Community Initiative will be delivering REAP (Rural Economic Accelerator Programme), the successor to the previous ASPIRE Programme. The programme is being funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and delivered in conjunction with South-West College. REAP currently offers the Classroom Support Package which incorporates workRead more
Enniskillen Royal Grammar School is a new academically selective voluntary grammar school that opened on 1 September 2016.
Enniskillen Royal Grammar School is co-educational and non-denominational.
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Hannah Shaw
I left ERGS in 2020 during the start of COVID - crazy times.
I studied Biology, Chemistry and Business Studies at A’ Level.
After ERGS, I joined Queen’s University Belfast to pursue a degree in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology. Between my second and third year, I undertook a placement year working as a Pharmaceutical Analyst for Almac in Craigavon. I finished my degree with First Class Honours and received two awards sponsored by the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry for Best Research Project and Overall Distinction in Final Year Studies.
After finishing my degree, I applied for - and was awarded - a scholarship funded by the Department for the Economy to pursue a full-time research-based PhD. I started in 2024 and my project focuses on breast cancer research.
Outside of academia, I have supported my sister in growing her business, Enniskinn, which opened its second store in Enniskillen last week. We manufacture all of our products in Enniskillen and now have over 100 wholesalers across the world, mainly across the UK and Ireland. My Business Studies A’ Level with Mrs Donnelly has definitely been useful at times!
When I have the time, I enjoy sailing, with my most ambitious trip so far being an English Channel crossing from Southampton to La Rochelle in France. I obtained a Day Skipper licence for yachts up to 80ft and I’m hoping to complete a transatlantic crossing in the next few years. If I wasn’t any good at science, I would most definitely be a sailor!
National Schools Regatta Day 3
The rowers have arrived back home after finishing off a very successful weekend at Nat Schools for ERBC
The 2 First Eights were in action yesterday, with the girls coming 5th in the A Final and the Boys 6th in the B Final. Well done to both crews on their performances, we are so very proud of you all.
Thanks to our coaches and parents who travelled to Dorney to support the rowers over the weekend, it is very much appreciated.
Summary of the weekend’s great results
Girls Junior 14 Octo - National Schools Regatta Champions 🏆
Girls Champs Eight - A Final
Girls Champs Four - A Final
Boys Champs Eights - B Final
Boys Champs Four - B Final
Boys Junior 16 Eight - B Final
Congratulations to all 6 crews.
Henley is just around the corner, if you can make a donation, big or small to support our 2 crews at Henley they would really appreciate it. Thanks to everyone who has already donated
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Ruth Fannin
Year I left ERGS: 2019
A” Level subjects studied: Technology and Design, Mathematics and Business Studies (Spanish at AS Level)
Pathway after school: Started university in September 2019 whilst working part-time in my family business as Assistant Shop Manager
University attended: Queen’s University Belfast
Course studied: Business Management with Placement (4 years)
I started at Queen’s University Belfast in September 2019 and enjoyed a few months of a “normal” university experience before COVID-19 brought a sudden shift to online learning in March 2020.
During my time at university, I was awarded Top Business Management Student (2019/2020) and Top Student for History and Philosophy. I also completed the Degree Plus Award for Future Ready Skills in Management before graduating in 2023 with a First Class Honours degree.
After graduating, I was approached on LinkedIn about an opportunity that led to me joining the Oil Market Journal (OMJ) as Business Development Manager in Enniskillen in September 2023.
Although I have always lived at home in County Tyrone, I am very grateful for the opportunities I have had to travel with work, including visits to Dubai, Spain, Italy, Poland and Germany, as well as across the UK and Ireland.
Outside of work, I help out in my family business and volunteer both as a Girlguiding leader and as a youth club leader within my church. Through Girlguiding, I have also enjoyed incredible experiences, including spending a week as part of the crew on a Tall Ships yacht and, more recently, completing the Queen’s Guide Award — the highest award available within Girlguiding UK.
I am very grateful to both the Collegiate and Enniskillen Royal Grammar School for providing me with such a strong foundation and for encouraging the values of hard work, resilience and determination from an early age.