The RGS Parents’ Association is a vibrant and welcoming group of parent volunteers dedicated to making our school an even better place for our children to learn, grow, and thrive. We bring parents together through engaging events, raise vital funds to support academic and extracurricular opportunities, and run popular second-hand uniform sales.
Parents’ Association
Why Join the Parents’ Association?
There’s no set commitment and no pressure — just a warm invitation to get involved in whatever way suits you. Whether you can lend a hand at an event, donate items to our sales, or simply attend a meeting, your contribution makes a real difference.
By joining us, you’ll:
• Meet other parents and feel more connected to the school community • Support meaningful projects that directly benefit your child’s education • Help us raise funds to enhance the school’s facilities, clubs, and resources • Be part of something purposeful, fun, and rewarding
What We Do
Over the past year, the Parents’ Association has proudly raised over £14,000 through a range of activities, including Second-Hand Uniform Sales (SHUGS) and Social Events
Where Your Support Goes:
Funds raised have directly contributed to:
• £2,499 for Camera Equipment to support creative learning • £1,916 for a Drum Kit to enrich music education • £1,457 for the Flight Sim Club, inspiring future aviators • £750 for the Sailing Club, expanding outdoor adventure opportunities • £380 for the Enterprise Club, supporting budding entrepreneurs
We also actively support school trips, offer volunteer help where needed, and organise social events that bring the RGS community together.
Secondhand Uniform Sales (SHUGS) - Senior
Our popular Second-Hand Uniform and Goods Store (SHUGS) is entirely run by parent volunteers and offers high-quality, pre-loved school uniforms at fantastic prices. It’s a great way to save money, reduce waste, and support the school.
When is SHUGS open?
The store opens on the first Saturday after the start of every term and half-term. We also hold an annual sale for new families — a perfect way to stock up and settle in.
Want to donate?
We’re always grateful for good-condition uniform donations. All proceeds go straight back into enriching school life.
Secondhand Uniform Sales (SHUGS) - Prep
The secondhand uniform and goods store for RGS Prep is run by parent volunteers. An opportunity is provided for parents to buy and sell second-hand uniforms. A number of sales are organised throughout the year. To sell items of RGS Prep uniform please visit the ‘School Information’ section of the Parent Portal
All funds raised support the School. We always welcome more stock!
Looking Ahead
In the year ahead, we’re excited to:
• Continue supporting key school projects through targeted fundraising
• Host events that build friendships and school spirit
• Encourage even more parents to get involved and have their say
Every parent has something to offer. Whatever time or skills you can contribute, we’d love to have you on board.
To find out more or get involved, please contact us by emailing p.barrow@rgsg.co.uk
SHUGS FAQs - RGS Senior
When are the next SHUGS sale dates?
SHUGS Dates (Sales run just off North Court)
Opening Times: 9.30 – 10.45am
2025
- Saturday 13 September
- Saturday 15 November
2026
- Saturday 10 January
- Saturday 28 February
- Saturday 25 April
- Saturday 6 June
Please note: Access is through the pedestrian gate next to Eastgate car park. Please email shugs@rgsg.co.uk or contact the School Office on 01483 880 600 for access details.
I want to sell uniform - how do I label it?
Download, print and complete this form and attach it to your garment. Labelled garments should be dropped off at the School Office.
Pricing Guide
We work on around 50% discount from new price. Prices based on items being washed and in very good condition (no loose threads, no stains, not discoloured). Price range from age 8 to Adult Large.
Please note: we can only accept RGS branded items, and do not accept plain white shirts or grey trousers
| New | SHUGS Price | ||
| RGS UNIFORM | |||
| Blazer | £75.00 – £95.00 | £37.50 – £47.50 | |
| Tie | £9.50 | £3.00 | |
| Jumper | £21.50 – £25.00 | £10.75 – £12.50 | |
| SPORTS KIT | |||
| Rugby | Shirt | £45.00 – £55.00 | £22.50 – £27.50 |
| Shorts | £22.00 – £27.00 | £11.00 – £13.50 | |
| Socks | £9.50 | £3.00 | |
| Base layer | £39.00 | £15.00 | |
| PE / Hockey | Shirt | £35.00 – £45.00 | £17.50 – £22.50 |
| Shorts | £26.00 – £31.00 | £13.00 – £15.50 | |
| Cricket | Shirt | £26.00 – £29.00 | £13.00 – £19.50 |
| Trousers | £24.00 – £28.00 | £12.00 – £14.00 | |
| Overshirt | £21.50 – £25.00 | £10.75 – £12.50 | |
| Athletics tops | £33.00 – £38.00 | £16.50 – £19.00 | |
| Rain Jacket | £42.00 – £52.00 | £22.00 – £26.00 | |
| Tracksuit trousers | £30.00 – £40.00 | £15.00 – £20.00 | |
| Stadium pants | £34.00 – £40.00 | £17.00 – £20.00 | |
| Hoodie | £36.00 – £44.00 | £18.00 – £22.00 | |
| Logo T-shirt | £27.00 | £10.00 |
What are the terms and conditions?
- Commission on all sales is 35%. All our proceeds go to the RGSPA to be used for the benefit of the students and the wider school community.
- We aim to reimburse sellers after each sale. When the payment is under £10, we make payment by cash and sellers will receive an email or message through Classlist to pick up the cash from school reception.
- It will be available for collection at reception for one week. If not collected within this time, it will be treated as a donation to SHUGS.
You may ask your son to collect the cash on your behalf. - Any payment over £10 will be made electronically and we will invite sellers to provide bank details for payment credit. Sellers will receive an email when a payment is to be made.
- Sellers are required to fill in all the information on the seller labels clearly and neatly.
- SHUGS can only contact sellers through the information provided on the label.
- If attempts to contact are unsuccessful, the monies will be treated as a donation to SHUGS.
- Any personal data relating to sellers gathered by SHUGS on the label will only be used to contact sellers for reimbursement purposes.
Have nearly new uniform to donate?
If you would like to donate your nearly new school uniform you do not need to label your donation bags.
Quality control
All items accepted for sale must be:
- Freshly washed and ironed
- Name tape and name badges removed
- Have all buttons and neat hems
- No ink stains or paint splatters and no holes.
We are afraid that the RGSPA is under no obligation to sell anything if clothing is not of sufficient quality. The RGSPA will recycle any items deemed of poor quality.
What items can't I sell?
We are unable to accept any footwear, plain white shirts, grey trousers, socks, underwear; or sports equipment.
Where can I drop off items?
Items for sale can be dropped off at the School Office at any time.
What happens to items that do not sell?
We will try to sell your items for 12 months. The label proforma asks you to state the month and year that you submit the items so that we can ensure that they are offered for sale for a full year. Any items that remain unsold in our stock at the end of the year will automatically become SHUGS stock and if subsequently sold, the funds will be donated to the RGSPA.
