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An engineering specialism within a grammar school

Ripon Grammar School Crest

 

General Information

Introduction

Ripon Grammar School has been serving the community of Ripon for well over 450 years. Although our rich heritage and tradition inform much of our daily work today, we also pride ourselves on moving forward.

The essence of Ripon Grammar can only be conveyed by visiting us. That way you can experience what makes this such a special community for your son or daughter to learn in.

We have approximately 800 students, 200 of whom are in the Sixth Form. In addition, the school’s boarding houses can accommodate up to 100 students on a weekly or termly basis. This makes us unique in Yorkshire as the only maintained state school with boarding facilities.

Academic standards are very high. Most students gain places at top universities, including Oxford and Cambridge. However the importance of a rounded education remains paramount. We believe students must leave not only well qualified academically but also with a broad range of experiences and skills.

I am particularly proud of the ‘value-added’ measurement, which shows that students progress very well. In fact, Ripon Grammar was placed fifth in the whole country in adding value from KS2 to KS3. The provision of excellent facilities to enhance the educational experience is vital. Recent improvements include a Sixth Form Art Studio, a Music Recording Studio, a gallery extension to the Library with multiple Internet access stations and a refurbished Food Technology department. Future plans include a new classroom block and laboratory refurbishment, and as a result of recent fundraising initiatives, for the 450th anniversary, an outside eating area and extended hard play area have been built.

Ripon Grammar’s pursuit of academic excellence is a major goal. Yet the value of an all-round education, where talent in drama, music and sport is nurtured and developed, is also recognised. Students must be given the confidence to contribute to the school in any area where they have talent. We also provide many opportunities for students to develop leadership skills and to take responsibility as they move up through the school.

I look forward to meeting you and showing you what Ripon Grammar School can offer your son or daughter.

Martin Pearman
Headmaster
Martin Pearman, Headmaster


 

News
Salters Chemistry Festival
17.04.08
Home/School Link Worker (Pastoral Care)
10.04.08
KS3 Success
28.02.08
Remote Access from home with Easylink
06.02.08
HOMEWORK TIMETABLE 2007/08
18.10.07
Holidays 2007/2008
10.07.07

Letters
Sports Hall Campaign
08.05.08
End of Term Arrangements
06.03.08
Spring Newsletter 2008
07.02.08
FAIR PROCESSING NOTICE
01.11.07
Governors Annual Report
21.09.07
The School General Fund
18.05.07
Results of the parent Questionnaire on the 'Values and Vision' of Ripon Grammar School
12.10.06

Calendar
Junior Mathematics Competition (all Second Form pupils)
01.05.08
Higher Education Evening, Lower Sixth Form parents, 7.30pm
01.05.08
School closed (Bank Holiday)
05.05.08
Third Form, Key Stage 3 S.A.T.S. begin
06.05.08
Leavers Concert 7.00pm
08.05.08
Third Form, Key Stage 3 S.A.T.S. end
09.05.08
Boarders Summer Tea, 4.00pm
11.05.08
Third Form examinations begin
12.05.08
Lower Sixth Form study leave begins at 12.45pm
14.05.08
Sixth Form Leavers Evening, 7.30pm
15.05.08
Fifth Form study leave begins at 12.45pm
15.05.08
Third Form examinations end
16.05.08
Parents Association Summer Ball, 7.30pm
17.05.08
Second Form R E trip to London departs
23.05.08
Fourth Form Work Experience ends
23.05.08
School closes for Half Term at 3.55pm
23.05.08
Second Form R E trip to London returns
25.05.08