Ripon Grammar School, school in North Yorkshire, UK
Ripon Grammar School is a secondary school in Ripon, North Yorkshire, that accepts students aged 11 to 18 and offers both day and boarding places. It has modern facilities including a library, sports facilities, and spaces for drama and music that support learning and allow students to try various activities.
The school was founded in 1555 and is over 450 years old. It was saved by a royal charter from Queen Mary and merged with Ripon Girls' High School in 1962, marking its evolution from a boys-only school to a modern coeducational institution.
The school became coeducational after merging with Ripon Girls' High School in 1962, reflecting its role in the local community. Students actively participate in annual traditions like the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Ripon Cathedral, showing how the school connects deeply with the town and its heritage.
The school is located on Clotherholme Road in Ripon and is accessible by public transport. Visitors should contact the school to arrange a tour and make use of the regular open days offered to see the facilities.
The rugby team won the Yorkshire championship three years in a row, and the girls' hockey team was national champion in 2019. These sporting achievements show the school is known not only for academic results but also for its competitive spirit in sports.
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