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Huish Tigers joins the RFU ACE League
Richard Huish College is proud to announce its inclusion in the newly restructured RFU ACE Boys League for the 2025/26 season
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Supporting your young person
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Huish Alumna Spotlight: Eleanor Pearson
Former The Castle School pupil Eleanor studied at Huish from 2013 to 2015 and began her journey toward becoming an Educational Psychologist.
Huish students celebrate best results in the history of the college!
Richard Huish College students are celebrating the best results in the history of the college after putting tremendous hard work and dedication into their studies.
Centre for Practitioner Development
Developing exceptional education through collaborative practitioner research and joint practice development
Medical Science: Single Vocational
This course will provide you with a good understanding of key topics related to human health, disease and treatment.
Dragon’s Den 2025: Showcasing the Future of Entrepreneurship
Huish Dragon’s Den 2025 saw ambitious teams of A Level Business students competing to present the most innovative business idea or product.
Richard Huish College Hosts Inspiring Female Basketball Tournament for Local Secondary School pupils
Huish proudly hosted a dynamic Girls’ Basketball Tournament towards the end of term in the Sycamore Sports Hall, welcoming teams from local schools.
Early Childhood Development: Single Vocational
This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue careers in early childhood education and care.
Richard Huish College Hosts Second CareerFest!
Following a successful inaugural CareerFest in 2024, Huish recently hosted another festival-themed careers festival for Year 1 students.
Music students hit high high notes in June
Richard Huish College is celebrating a remarkable month of musical achievement as its talented students showcased their skills across a variety of high-profile events and initiatives.
Huish Law School student secures high-profile Solicitor apprenticeship as College earns national recognition
Huish is proud to announce Esmé Jolly has been offered a prestigious, fully funded Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship at VWV Solicitors in Bristol.
Richard Huish College Chemistry Students Experience University-Level Science at Oxford
43 Chemistry students from Richard Huish College had the unique opportunity to attend an Antibiotic Synthesis Workshop at the prestigious University of Oxford.
Student Albie Jervis Takes on the World’s Highest Marathon
Huish student Albie Jervis recently took on an extraordinary challenge: competing in the 2025 International Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon.
Visual Arts Showcase
We’re proud to present our Visual Arts Showcase, featuring the final work of our Class of 2025 in Art, Graphic Design, and Photography.
Janis Lusitis awarded place at University of Richmond, Virginia, after participating in the Sutton Trust Fulbright US Programme
Richard Huish College student Janis Lusitis has been accepted into the prestigious University of Richmond in Virginia after participating in the Sutton Trust Fulbright US Programme.
UPS students given tour of HMS Queen Elizabeth Aircraft carrier
Uniformed Protective Services students recently had the experience of a lifetime when they had a tour of the HMS Queen Elizabeth Aircraft carrier.
Huish hosts annual Action Research marketplace
Huish hosted its annual Action Research Marketplace, showcasing teaching and support teams’ investigative research projects.
GCSE Results Support Event
Received your GCSE results and need advice or guidance? Learn more about Huish’s GCSE Results Support event
GCSE Results Support Event
Received your GCSE results and need advice or guidance? Learn more about Huish’s GCSE Results Support event
Royal Society of Chemistry Olympiad success
Our Chemistry students took on the Royal Society of Chemistry Olympiad – a challenging 2-hour exam packed with questions that go well beyond the A Level syllabus.
Summer Open Evening 2026
Discover our range of courses, including Level 3 A Level and Vocational Study Programmes, Level 2 Pathway, GCSE resits, Apprenticeships and Professional Courses.
Autumn Open Evening 2025
Discover our range of courses, including Level 3 A Level and Vocational Study Programmes, Level 2 Pathway, GCSE resits, Apprenticeships and Professional Courses.
Autumn Open Morning 2025
Discover our range of courses, including Level 3 A Level and Vocational Study Programmes, Level 2 Pathway, GCSE resits, Apprenticeships and Professional Courses.
Students recognised at Pride of Somerset Youth Awards
We were so proud to see three Huish students recognised at the Pride of Somerset Youth Awards ceremony.
Richard Huish College hosts NextGen in partnership with Taunton and Somerset Chambers of Commerce
On Thursday the 15th of May, Huish hosted NextGen, a free networking event that brought business leaders and students together.
Richard Huish College students secure university offers for Oxbridge, Medicine and Veterinary Science courses
Fourteen Huish students have received offers to study highly competitive university courses.
Richard Huish College student secures project management degree apprenticeship
Toby Hallett, a current Huish student, has successfully secured a coveted Project Management apprenticeship with Ridge Chartered Surveyors.
Computing: Data Analytics: Single Vocational
You will study a range of themes including machine learning, the Internet of Everything and Big Data algorithms.
Careerfest!
Current Year 1 students are invited to our careers festival to discover the great variety of progression and employability options available.
Welcome to Huish
Applicants for September 2025 will be invited by email to our Welcome to Huish days to sample their subjects.
Huish Hosts Class of 2024 prizegiving ceremony
Richard Huish College celebrates its Class of 2024 prize-winners.
Business, Marketing and Management students raise almost £1,000 for local charities
As part of their Event Management unit assessment, Business, Marketing and Management students coordinated events to fund raise for local charities.
Gold Award D of E Students Invited to Buckingham Palace
Students who have completed their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards have been invited to a celebratory garden party at Buckingham Palace.
530 Year 1 students head to the UK University and Apprenticeship Search Fair
530 Year 1 Huish students attended the UK University & Apprenticeship Search Fair at the University of Exeter on 2nd April.
Huish Mooters Compete in National Bar Mock Competition at the Royal Courts of Justice
Featuring 214 schools and over 3,000 students, this year’s event marked one of the largest competitions since its inception in 1991.
Students immerse themselves in ‘Key to Careers’ event
Year 2 students interested in work-based progression after college had the opportunity to immerse themselves in a ‘Key to Careers’ event.
Classical Civilisation students embark on an adventure to Greece
30 Classical Civilisation students explored Athens, Delphi, Olympia and Aegina.
Huish 30
Huish 30 is designed to support you in succeeding in your studies at Huish.
Students see the sights in NYC and Washington D.C
Politics and Visual Arts students recently hopped across the pond for an action-packed week of sightseeing to enhance their studies.
Huish recreates the magic of Oz!
Richard Huish College kicked off February with a magical bang, staging The Wiz—a dynamic, student-led production that reimagined the classic tale of The Wizard of Oz.
Huish Law School Triumph in Regional Bar Mock Trial Competition
Richard Huish College mooting team has been crowned the winners of the South-West regional heat for the prestigious Bar Mock Trial competition.
Half Term Women’s Rugby Open Day
February half term is fast approaching and therefore so is our Women’s Rugby Open Day.
Huish Law School launches in Somerset
Richard Huish College officially launched Huish Law School with a Law Conference and opening ceremony for their new law facilities.
Half Term Men’s Rugby Open Day
February half term is fast approaching and therefore so is our Men’s Rugby Open Day!
Half-Term Netball Open Day
February half term is fast approaching and therefore so is our Netball Open Day!
Half-Term Netball Open Day
February half term is fast approaching and therefore so is our Netball Open Day!
Physics students win brace of medals in British Physics Olympiad
Physics students recently won a brace of medals in Round 1 of the British Physics Olympiad,
76 Huish students qualify for AoC Sport National Championships
Congratulations to 76 students who recently qualified for the Academy of College’s National Championships.
Spring Concert
Join us for our annual Spring Concert featuring Music EnRICh groups performing a wide variety of styles.
Computing: Application Development: Single Vocational
You will study a range of applications including games design, software development and web design.
Richard Huish College students spread Christmas cheer with acts of kindness
Students and staff at Richard Huish College made Christmas more meaningful this year by giving back to the community.
Launch of the Huish Law Society
Richard Huish College Law Society has debuted for the first time this academic year. This esteemed and talented collective hopes to enrich young law students’ lives.
Christmas Football Camp
We’re pleased to announce the return of our holiday camp for children aged 8-13, all in time for the Christmas break!
Christmas Football Camp
We’re pleased to announce the return of our holiday camp for children aged 8-13, all in time for the Christmas break!
Christmas Swap Shop
The Christmas swap shop (9th December) is a great chance for students and staff to help themselves to jumpers, decorations and accessories – all for free.
Musgrove Park doctors visit Richard Huish College to inspire future medics
Musgrove Park Hospital doctors visited Huish to host a special evening designed for young people who have made applications to study medicine at university.
Huish Remembers The Fallen
On Monday 11th November, Richard Huish College staff and students held a Remembrance Ceremony to honour those who served to defend our democratic freedoms and way of life.
Christmas Celebration
Join us in celebrating the Christmas season at Taunton Minster for an afternoon of festive music, readings and traditional carols.
Huish Hosts AoC Regional Sports Tournament
Richard Huish College recently welcomed ambitious students from eight different colleges for the Association of Colleges (AoC) South West Regionals sports tournament.
2025 Huish Musical – The Wiz!
Following a string of successful sell-out productions, Huish are excited to announce their next theatre production – The Wiz!
Huish Students Enrich their Learning Experience
Richard Huish College ran its first EnRICH Day of the academic year on Friday 4th October with a wide range of external trips and activities on offer to students.
Children and Young People’s Mental Health: Level 2 Online Course
This free course is ideal for adults looking to understand more about children and young people’s mental health, and allows you to earn a qualification in your own time with the College’s support.
Caring for Children and Young People: Level 2 Online Course
This free course is ideal for adults looking to understand more about caring for children and young people, and allows you to earn a qualification in your own time with the College’s support.
Summer Open Event 2025
Learn more about our huge range of courses, including our Level 3 A Level and Vocational Study Programmes, Level 2 Pathway, GCSE resits, Apprenticeships and Professional Courses.
Autumn Open Event 2024
Learn more about our huge range of courses, including our Level 3 A Level and Vocational Study Programmes, Level 2 Pathway, GCSE resits, Apprenticeships and Professional Courses.
Autumn Open Event 2024
Learn more about our huge range of courses, including our Level 3 A Level and Vocational Study Programmes, Level 2 Pathway, GCSE resits, Apprenticeships and Professional Courses.
Early Years Practitioner: Level 2 Apprenticeship
This Apprenticeship can provide you with the knowledge and practical skills to support Early Years Educators working with children from birth to 5 years old.
Higher Project Qualification: Level 2 GCSE
The HPQ is a research project available to Level 2 students as part of the Social Science pathway. It is worth 50% of a GCSE and it will help improve your critical, reflective and independent learning skills.
Sport: Level 2 Certificate
The course aims to build the skills and knowledge to start a career in the Sport and Leisure industry and prepare learners for Level 3 study.
Accounts/Finance Assistant (AAT): Level 2 Apprenticeship
More information coming soon
Film Studies: A Level
This course will frequently challenge you and you will gain an appreciation of film as an art form.
Media, Film and Advertising: Single Vocational
This course will teach you the skills needed to pursue careers in Television, Film and Radio.
French: AS Level
This one-year course can be added as an addition to your Study Programme if you are extremely confident in your academic ability and wish to be stretched further.
German: AS Level
This one-year course can be added as an addition to your Study Programme if you are extremely confident in your academic ability and wish to be stretched further.
Spanish: AS Level
This one-year course can be added as an addition to your Study Programme if you are extremely confident in your academic ability and wish to be stretched further.
Music: AS Level
This one-year course can be added as an addition to your Study Programme if you are extremely confident in your academic ability and wish to be stretched further.
IT Helpdesk
How to contact the IT helpdesk for IT support.
Trips and Visitors
Find out more about visiting speakers to Huish, RICHTalks and local and international trips available.
EnRICH Day
Huish host two EnRICH days a year where you can get involved in a whole range of fun activities!
Sociology: Level 2 GCSE
GCSE Sociology is typically taken as part of the Level 2 Pathway, and studied alongside two other GCSE/Vocational courses for a duration of one year
Combined Science (Trilogy): Level 2 GCSE
This course is the core component of the Level 2 Science Pathway, and is studied alongside two other GCSE/Vocational courses for a duration of one year.
English Language: Level 2 GCSE
GCSE English Language is typically taken as part of the Level 2 Pathway, and studied alongside two other GCSE/Vocational courses for a duration of one year.
Mathematics: Level 2 GCSE
GCSE Mathematics is typically taken as part of the Level 2 Pathway, and studied alongside two other GCSE/Vocational courses for a duration of one year.
Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health & Social Care: Level 2 Online Course
This free online course is ideal for those working in adult health & social care settings wishing to understand more about safeguarding.
Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings: Level 2 Online Course
This free online course is ideal for adults working in care settings wishing to further their personal and professional development.
Mental Health First Aid & Advocacy in the Workplace: Level 2 Online Course
This free online course is ideal for anyone looking to learn how to support colleagues with their mental health.
Counselling Skills: Level 2 Online Course
This free course is ideal for adults looking to develop their communication skills and allows you to earn a qualification in your own time with the College’s support.
Understanding Mental Health In The Early Years: Level 2 Online Course
This free course is ideal for anyone interested in working with young children and allows you to earn a qualification in your own time with the College’s support.
Community and Charity
Discover ways to support your community and charities with Huish.
Joining us from outside the UK
Huish accepts applications from British Nationals across the world – find out more about how to apply from outside the UK.