Messages from Representatives
It has been 54 years since our school was established here on the hills of Pallinghurst in 1972. Over these years, we have received warm encouragement and support from many people, including our local friends here in the UK. We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for this. Through this OPEN DAY, we hope you will come to know more about Rikkyo School—and about Japan itself—by experiencing the students’ heartfelt performances and creative works, each made with great dedication and effort. This year’s slogan is “Feel Japan. Feel Rikkyo.” It is a celebration of culture that can only be experienced here at Rikkyo. Under this theme, our students have spent much time preparing for today’s event, all for your enjoyment. We sincerely hope you will feel their passion and determination as they pursue their infinite potential in each of their presentations. Surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Southern England, please relax and enjoy this autumn day with us.
This year’s OPEN DAY marks the culmination of our school’s dynamic transformation over the past three turbulent years, symbolizing the realization of a new era. With strong principles, each student has thought, realized, and taken action, carrying our cherished traditions forward into a new form. We hope that through each classroom project—filled with our students’ sincerity and passion—you will experience the charm of our school and Japanese culture. Changing in order to stay true to who we are.
First and foremost, thank you very much for your interest in the Rikkyo School in England OPEN DAY. This year’s event features a wide variety of projects, brought to life through the collaborative efforts of students from the 6th grade to high school seniors. As this will be my final OPEN DAY, I look forward to welcoming you with all my energy and enthusiasm. All of our students, faculty, and staff sincerely hope that your time with us will be a wonderful experience.
Programs
Exhibitions created by each class.
Organised by our graduating class: authentic festival food stalls, charity bazaar.
Kendo, Keion (Band club), Dance, Diavolo, Soran-Bushi, and Tea Ceremony.
Campus Map
Explore classroom exhibits, outdoor festival stalls, performance halls, and visitor amenities.
Event Timetable
Main Stage & Performance Hall
Chado (Japanese Tea Ceremony)
Guidance for Visitors to Rikkyo School
Welcome to Rikkyo School in England. To ensure all visitors enjoy their time on campus, we kindly ask for your awareness and cooperation regarding our responsibility for pupil safeguarding and site safety.
As a visitor to our school, it is important that you are aware of our safeguarding procedures. If there is any reason to suspect that a student has suffered bullying or discrimination, or is likely to suffer significant harm, you must inform reception immediately. Our staff will then follow the procedures according to the school Safeguarding Policy.
If the fire alarm sounds, please leave the building immediately by the nearest exit and assemble in front of the large pond by the carpark. Our staff will direct you.
Please ask at Reception if you need assistance. Accidents and Incidents: Please report these to Reception.
The use of cameras and taking photographs is not permitted unless prior permission has been sought. Please avoid taking photographs of children other than your own.
Visitor toilets are located on the entrance to the New Hall. Please ask at Reception for directions.
Parking is available in the north side of the dining room, please inform the parking attendant or reception if you require disabled parking. During public events, ramps will be automatically placed in stepped areas.
Please avoid bringing dogs to the Rikkyo campus where possible. If dogs are brought onto the site, they must be under control, on a lead and always supervised. Dog waste must be collected and disposed of.
Getting to Rikkyo School
Official travel details from London and nearby stations.
Rikkyo School in England
Guildford Road, Rudgwick, West Sussex, RH12 3BE, United Kingdom
Tel: +44-(0)1403-822107
Approx. 1h 20m from London. Take the A3 towards Guildford, then continue onto the A281 towards Horsham for approx. 20 minutes. School gates will be on your right.
Train from London Victoria / London Bridge to Horsham Station (approx. 50-60 mins). Then approx. 20 mins by taxi from Horsham Station.
Taxi Tip: Tell the driver "Rikkyo School in Rudgwick" or provide the postcode "RH12 3BE".
