Enniskillen Royal Grammar School and its pupils were deeply honoured to play a part in the VE 75 Commemoration events in County Fermanagh. At 3 pm on Friday 8th May 2020, on the terrace at our Lough Shore Site, precisely 75 years after Churchill’s Victory Speech, the haunting notes of the ‘Last Post and Reveille’Read more
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This week’s entries to the Celebration Gallery demonstrate some of the fantastic work and independent learning being done by ERGS pupils as they remain in lockdown but keen to keep their learning going. Don’t worry if your work isn’t included this week as teachers have been sending through all kinds of material that we willRead more
Although the rowers from ERBC have been Staying at Home to Protect the NHS and Save Lives it didn’t stop them achieving amazing results in a Virtual Regatta over 3 days last weekend. ERBC has an new Irish Record Holder after Sam Balcombe completed a half marathon (21,097m) for the 17/18 age category on MondayRead more
The following link will take pupils and parents to a the official CCEA website page – Summer 2020 examinations. They have recently published two Podcasts for A2 and AS students that aim to answer some of the many questions that 6th form students across Northern Ireland may have during these uncertain times. https://ccea.org.uk/summer-awardingRead more
In the Summer Term, the Home Economics Department usually hold an Inter-House Cookery Competition. Despite ‘lock down’, we are determined to make this annual competition an even bigger success than ever before, particularly now that Cooking and Baking are more popular now than ever before! This is a really exciting event which allows youRead more
DkIT is holding a Virtual Open Day, TODAY Wednesday 6th May 2020 from 10am until 10pm, with live chat facilities between 10am &12 noon, 2pm & 4pm and 7pm & 9pm.. This event is aimed at those who have applied to the CAO and provides you with an opportunity to explore the college virtually andRead more
Year 9 student, Jamie Edwards (9E), has been busy preparing a few superb examples of restaurant style dishes at home. He has created a fantastic Raspberry and White Chocolate Scone Roll-Up and a Vanilla Panna Cotta, served with a Fruit Compote. I think we can all agree that the skill set demonstrated here is exceptional for aRead more
‘Just because we are not in school doesn’t mean we can’t keep this year House Competitions going.’ Miss McElmurray has put the following quiz together (also available through your year group Bulletin Google Classrooms). The weekly format will be: New Quiz posted every Tuesday in Pastoral Classrooms and on the App Answers & House pointsRead more
This year the Junior Drama Club production will be a radio play! The performances will be recorded by the actors at home and sent in on Google Classrooms. If you are interested in getting involved the poster below explains how. Read more
Hi there, I wanted to sign post to all SU groups, the online SU resource for the next month called LIVING FREE. We wanted a resource they can share and discuss with their SU group and friends that looks at a lot of the issues they might be dealing with in this season. Each videoRead more
Enniskillen Royal Grammar School is a new academically selective voluntary grammar school that opened on 1 September 2016.
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The inaugural ERGS Junior Golf Day took place on 9th June with Castle Hume kindly hosting this event. 20 budding Rory McIlroy's headed out to play on a wet but playable course with bags full of golf balls and no doubt some what lighter on their return! Despite the forecast and early rain before the first tee time at 10am, the conditions improved throughout the day.
As is the nature of the game there were some great shots that will last long in the memory and some not so good ones that are quickly forgotten. The cry of FORE echoed regularly around the course. The values of camaraderie, respect and resilience were all on display to varying degrees. For most this was their first experience of playing 18 holes on a course with an average round time of 5 hours.
We hope to provide the Seniors (Yrs 11-14) with a similar opportunity once they are back in school in September. Once a playing panel has been established then selection can begin for representation to the Ulster Schools Golf Ireland events.
Perpetual trophies for both the Junior and Senior competitions have been sourced and will be presented at the start of next term to each winner in what is hoped will become annual events.
If you are interested in taking up the game please speak to the Junior Convenors at the local clubs of Castle Hume GC, Enniskillen GC, Clogher Valley GC or indeed clubs further afield. All clubs are keen to promote Junior Golf opportunities.
Mr Hodgson
**JUNIOR GOLF DAY RESULTS**
1 - Nathan Ferguson 42pts
2 - Luke McKeever 38pts (Back 3)
3 - Jacob Noble 38pts
4 - Harry Watters 36pts
Best Gross - Luke McKeever - 81
Longest Drive - Owen Mannix #7
Nearest the Pin - Owen Mannix #17
Olivia Black
Class of 2024
Subjects studied at A’ Level: Maths, Geography and Health & Social Care
After leaving school in 2024, I started studying Primary Education at Stranmillis University College in Belfast. I have really enjoyed my time there so far and have tried to make the most of everything university has to offer. One of the highlights has been taking part in the university pantomimes, and I was recently selected as a member of the Students’ Union Executive for the 2026/27 academic year. I am looking forward to representing students and contributing to university life, something I feel my time at school prepared me well for through the leadership opportunities and encouragement I received.
As part of my degree, my first two teaching placements have been in Belfast schools, which have provided me with valuable classroom experience. I have another two years of university ahead of me and hope to complete my remaining placements in Fermanagh, gaining experience closer to home.
Outside of university, I work part-time, care for my mum and play rugby for Clogher Valley Ladies. Balancing these commitments alongside my studies can be challenging at times, but they have helped me develop resilience, organisation and the ability to work well with others.
Looking back, my time at school played a big part in getting me to where I am now. The support and encouragement I received from teachers gave me the confidence to pursue a career in teaching and to get involved in university life. Looking back, the positive relationships I had with my teachers throughout school played a big part in my decision to study Primary Education. They showed me the difference a good teacher can make, and that’s something I hope to bring into my own career.
School also provided me with so many opportunities outside the classroom, from rugby tours to enrichment afternoons that allowed me to gain valuable work experience and explore different career paths. Those experiences helped me realise that teaching was the path I wanted to follow.
I am grateful for everything my time at ERGS gave me, from the friendships I made to the opportunities I was encouraged to take. I have really enjoyed my time at Stranmillis so far and look forward to seeing what the next two years will bring.
Derrygonnelly Primary School pupils had the opportunity to visit our Technology and Design Department this week to experience what the subject is like at ERGS. They enjoyed a fantastic day designing and building fan-powered cars before putting them to the test in an exciting race to see whose car was the fastest. It was a fun-filled day that everyone thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you for visiting!