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Pupils in years 9-12, who will enjoy their Christmas lunch tomorrow, are permitted to wear a Christmas jumper for the occasion. Christmas lunch will be served at the normal times, except for year 9, who will go to the Dining Hall at 12.15pm.Read more
Join a LIVE Virtual Work Experience event with five CAFRE Food Specialists based at Loughry Campus next Tuesday 14th December from 10.00-11.00am. This session promises to be both informative and festive whereby pupils will have the opportunity to learn about the study and career pathways that some of our scientists, technologists and business-focused colleagues haveRead more
On Thursday 2nd December 2021, our school staff gathered together to remember Amanda McManus and to plant a cherry tree in her memory. We were honoured to have with us her husband Frainc, her daughters, Katie and Charlotte, her parents Mr and Mrs Hall and her sister Susan and to present to them on behalfRead more
To the Year 14 Class of 2021 Greetings from all at Enniskillen Royal Grammar School. We hope that all is going well for you in the next stage of your chosen pathway and that you have kept well and safe over the past few months. Sadly due to COVID 19 restrictions we will not beRead more
On Friday 3rd December morning the u14s finally get to play the 3rd ever match after a covid delay! Both teams started brightly with some end to end hockey. On 12 mins, a break from Anna Cairns set up Laura Cashel for a clean strike on goal flying past the keeper; 1-0 to ERGS. BothRead more
Friday 3rd saw the Yr11 girls rugby team play their first competitive match after starting to play rugby last year. The friendly against Foyle College was played 10 aside to allow as many players as possible get as much game time as possible. After a nervous start conceding the first try, the girls kicked intoRead more
ERBC’s rowers handed over 12 large hampers to Joe Maguire from St Vincent de Paul yesterday afternoon at the Boathouse. All items were very kindly donated by the Club’s parents and the hampers will be given to local families in time for Christmas. The Boat Club are still accepting donations of toys and gifts, particularlyRead more
Our Careers Department has just launched a NEW Weekly CEIAG Bulletin. 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 will allow parents/guardians toRead more
Mandarin Chinese lessons are being delivered to ERGS pupils each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons as an extra-curricular activity. Currently, twenty-two pupils are availing of this excellent opportunity which is co-ordinated by the Confucius Institute for Northern Ireland at Ulster University (CINIUU) via the South-West College Confucius hub. Pupil feedback to date has been very positive fromRead more
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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.
🎉 Congratulations to Michael Clarke (Past-Pupil)🎉
We were delighted to receive news from the University of Dundee of Michael’s outstanding success at his degree show.
Michael was surprised to learn on the opening morning of the show that he had been selected to receive an award for his work. The award was presented later that day at a prize-giving ceremony.
His final project, a movable cocktail bar, proved such a success that it has already been purchased by a cocktail bar business. In addition to the award, Michael received a £250 cash prize, the highest cash prize presented.
The degree show, showcased students’ work to local businesses, members of the public and representatives from other universities. To cap off an excellent few days, Michael later received confirmation of his final degree results, graduating with a 2:1 Honours degree.
A fantastic achievement and a wonderful reward for all of Michael’s hard work. We congratulate him and wish him every happiness and success in the future.