can join the sixth form but need to have achieved eight GCSEs at grades 5–9 with a grade 6 or above in seven of those (including mathematics and English). Available subjects The following subjects are available for A Levels: Ancient History Art and Design Biology Business Studies Chemistry Computer Science Design and Technology Economics English Literature French Geography German History Latin Mathematics Further Mathematics (may only be taken with Mathematics) Music Physics Politics Psychology Spanish Sport BTEC Facilities The school has over 120 classrooms, a large multi-purpose hall named "the Queen's Hall", four ICT rooms with computers for boys' use, several art workshops and technology labs, a library, two large sports fields, an indoor swimming pool, sports hall, a canteen, modern language block and a three floor science block. A music centre was opened in late 2004, so that the school can offer A Level Music Technology. There is an on-site Combined Cadet Force. Other activities include the Public Speaking Society, music and orchestras, drama, social service, fencing and other sports. The school has two playing fields. The RGS also has its own .22 25 yard indoor range which is used by the shooting team of the school. In 2013, planning permission for an All Weather Pitch was granted, and in 2014, work began raising £1m to fund the creation of this 3G floodlit pitch, a new grass pitch, which was completed in April 2016, and to renovate the 100-year-old Main Block classrooms. Activities Stage Lighting and Sound Team The Stage Lighting and Sound Team (SLST) may be joined by boys at or after, Academic Year 9. Kit purchases are primarily funded by the RGS PA. The team is a contributor to the school's drama scene with the annual school production, such as the March 2019 production of West Side Story. They have their own YouTube channel. Combined Cadet Force The Combined Cadet Force has Navy, Army and RAF sections open for boys in KS4 & 5 (Years 10 and above) where they learn skills such as field-craft, map and compass, drill, leadership and first aid, while also taking part in activities such as weapon handling, sailing and flying. Music RGS has a selection of bands, choirs, orchestras, and a number of smaller groups, all rehearsing on a regular basis. Senior groups have featured at the National Festival of Music for Youth having been the National Youth Choir of the