Ribston Hall High School
Gloucester, Gloucestershire · GL1 5LE
AAB+ A-level
16.3%
9–7 GCSE
54.2%
Pupils
872
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Ribston Hall is an academically selective girls' grammar school in Gloucester serving 872 pupils across ages 11–18. The school emphasises fostering individuality and creative thinking alongside academic excellence, positioning itself as a community where students can pursue diverse interests including less commonly offered subjects. With a centenary celebrated in 2021 and recent investment in the Rosalind Franklin Science Centre, it combines tradition with contemporary facilities and an inclusive ethos.
- →Selective academic environment with strong subject breadth, including less commonly offered subjects
- →Emphasis on pastoral care, mental health support, and inclusive community culture
- →Strong sixth form with Ribston Baccalaureate and leadership development opportunities
Who thrives here
Articulate, confident girls who value both academic rigour and extracurricular breadth, and who thrive in an inclusive, supportive environment where individuality is celebrated.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
Stroud Road
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
GL1 5LE
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
How much does Ribston Hall High School cost?
Ribston Hall High School is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.
How do you get into Ribston Hall High School?
Ribston Hall High School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Ribston Hall High School's exam results?
At Ribston Hall High School, 16.3% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 54.2% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Ribston Hall High School a boarding school?
Ribston Hall High School is a day school in Gloucester and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Inclusive, welcoming community where individuality is celebrated
✓Kind, supportive teachers who invest time in student development
✓Wide range of subjects and extracurricular opportunities
✓Strong pastoral care and mental health support structures
✓Effective transition support for new entrants
Common concerns
!School not yet inspected by Ofsted, so external validation of safeguarding and quality assurance is limited