RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL in North Yorkshire, Ripon

Education Centre Information: Ripon Grammar School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Open
Local Authority: North Yorkshire
Boarders: Boarding School
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 853
Number of boys: 415
Number of girls: 438
Admissions: Selective
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Ripon Grammar School was founded in the 16th century and moved to its current site on the outskirts of Ripon in 1874; extensive playing fields and cathedral views. It occupies Victorian buildings with further blocks dating from 1962, when the school became co-educational after merging with the local girls' school. More recently, an extensive building programme has expanded facilities for the the library, science, computing and technology. New classroom block planned for mathematics, technology and engineering. The school has a swimming pool; it offers rugby, cricket and hockey, among wide range of sports. It is the only state school with provision for weekly and full boarders, housed in two separate houses. Latin and classical studies are offered at both GCSE and A-Level; range of A-level subjects has widened by using distance learning and partnership with local college. Over-subscribed, with nearly three applications per place. Specialist engineering college status; GCSE astronomy, statistics, systems and control, and product design introduced from September 2006. AS engineering for some GCSE students to be introduced in 2007. Ethos: 'Aims to develop the potential of each pupil in a caring community where both academic excellence and a well-rounded education are the goals'.

Address:

Address: Clotherholme Road

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Postcode: HG4 2DG
North Yorkshire, Ripon.
Telephone: 01765 602647
Fax: 01765 606388

Website: http://www.ripongrammar.co.uk

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