Belonging

At RMGS, we are committed to ensuring that every member of our school community feels valued, respected and included. As part of this commitment, we have developed our Belonging Strategy, which aims to foster a strong sense of community where all students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. The strategy is built around our school values and promotes acceptance, mutual respect, empathy and understanding for all. It also provides opportunities for students, staff and families to contribute to school life and strengthen our shared identity as members of the RMGS community.

Throughout the year, we will be holding a range of events that celebrate diversity, encourage kindness, support important causes and bring our school community together. We hope that all students will take part and enjoy these opportunities to learn, reflect and contribute positively to school life.

Key Dates	School event	Fundraising
Friday 16th October 2026	Belonging Day	Substitute one item of your uniform for something red to show support for our friends in Nepal. Don’t forget your lanyard. Students can donate £1 to KRMEF. (https://www.krmef.org/ )
Wednesday 11th November 2026	Remembrance Day	Cadets, guides & Scouts may wear their uniforms in place of school uniform. We will be taking £1.00 donations for the Poppy Appeal. (https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/fundraise-for-us/poppy-appeal )
Friday 13th November 2026	Children in Need (& Kindness Day)	The return of our annual Row-A-Thon. Last year we rowed from Rainham to Paris in one day. Where will we reach this year? Volunteers will be needed to row and can get sponsored. All students can wear PE Kits on this day. £1 donations for Child in Need. (https://www.bbcchildreninneed.co.uk/ )
Friday 20th November 2026	Anti-Bullying Week (16th – 20th November)	Own clothes day for all students. The theme is “Be Yourself”. Students can donate £1 to the Anti-Bullying Alliance. (https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/ )
Friday 5th February 2027	Children’s Mental Health week	Own clothes day for all students. Could you wear something yellow to show support for Children's Mental Health week? Students can donate £1 to Place to Be. (https://www.place2be.org.uk/ )
Thursday 4th March 2027	World Book Day	Students can dress as a character from their favourite book. Just for fun!
Thursday 22nd April 2027	Earth Day	Students can wear something green alongside their uniform to celebrate Earth Day. Students can donate £1 to our school Eco-Club and the improvement of our own school garden.
Friday 30th April 2027	Culture Day	Students can dress in clothing that represents their culture and identity. Students can choose to wear national sports kits. Students may wish to be part of our annual Culture Day fashion show!
Friday 7th May 2027	VE Day Celebrations	Cadets, Guides & Scouts can wear their uniforms in place of their school uniform.
Friday 25th June 2027	Rainbow Friday	Celebrating our diversity and LGBTQ+ community through in school performances. Wear something colourful alongside your normal uniform.