Ribston Hall High School 11+ Guide

About Ribston Hall High School

Ribston Hall High School is a selective secondary school in Gloucestershire. For children to get into Ribston Hall High School they need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Hence, Ribston Hall High School is a traditional grammar school, one of only 163 remaining in England.

Nestled in the heart of Gloucester, Ribston Hall High School is a beacon of academic excellence for girls aged 11 to 18. With a rich history spanning over a century, this selective grammar school has consistently nurtured generations of bright, ambitious young women. The school's unwavering commitment to fostering effective and independent learners is evident in its dynamic curriculum, which encourages students to embrace challenges, cultivate resilience, and explore their boundless curiosity.

At Ribston Hall, education extends far beyond the classroom walls. The school recognizes the importance of developing well-rounded individuals by offering a wide array of extra-curricular activities. From the exhilaration of rugby and hockey to the creative outlets of writing club and choir, students have ample opportunities to discover and nurture their passions. These lunchtime activities serve as a testament to the school's dedication to providing a holistic educational experience.

The school's ethos is firmly rooted in the belief that every child is unique, possessing untapped potential waiting to be unleashed. Ribston Hall embraces individuality and provides unwavering support to each student, ensuring their well-being remains at the forefront of their educational journey. This personalized approach has yielded remarkable results, with pupils consistently achieving outstanding outcomes in public examinations. The school's commitment to academic excellence is further exemplified by its state-of-the-art STEM building, the Rosalind Franklin Science Centre, which boasts cutting-edge laboratories and prep rooms, empowering students to explore the frontiers of science and technology.

Ribston Hall High School stands as a testament to the transformative power of education. By nurturing the minds and hearts of its students, the school continues to produce confident, compassionate, and accomplished young women ready to make their mark on the world. With its rich history, innovative approach to learning, and unwavering dedication to student success, Ribston Hall High School is undeniably a gem in the realm of grammar school education.

School Information

Below you will find further information about Ribston Hall High School together with their admissions contact details.

Ribston Hall High School is a girls only school. It is also an academy, meaning the school is run independently by a trust or sponsor and is directly funded by the central government (not the local authority).

In total 878 pupils attend Ribston Hall High School and it's led by the Headteacher, Mr Alec Waters.

Ribston Hall High School Location

Below you will find a map showing the school's location:

GCSE & A-Level Subjects

Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Ribston Hall High School for the 2022-23 academic year.

Gloucestershire 11+ Information

In order to get into Ribston Hall High School, children need to pass the Gloucestershire 11+. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.

Gloucestershire 11+ Subjects & Structure

The Gloucestershire 11+ requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:

• Reading Comprehension
• Vocabulary
• Verbal Reasoning
• Non-Verbal Reasoning
• Maths

The Gloucestershire Grammar Schools' Entrance Test is a crucial assessment for students seeking admission to Ribston Hall High School. This comprehensive examination is designed to evaluate the academic potential of prospective students across a range of key skills and subjects.

The test is divided into two distinct papers, each lasting one hour. Paper 1 focuses on assessing verbal abilities, including reading comprehension, vocabulary knowledge, and verbal reasoning skills. Paper 2, on the other hand, concentrates on non-verbal skills, testing students' proficiency in non-verbal reasoning and mathematics.

Throughout both papers, students are presented with multiple-choice questions, allowing for an objective evaluation of their abilities. The Gloucestershire Grammar Schools' Entrance Test aims to identify students with the aptitude and potential to thrive in the academically challenging environment offered by Ribston Hall High School.

Other Schools using Gloucestershire 11+

As well as Ribston Hall High School, several other schools also use Gloucestershire 11+. These are:

• Denmark Road High School
• Marling School
• Pate's Grammar School
• Sir Thomas Rich's School
• Stroud High School
• The Crypt School

Gloucestershire 11+ Marking Process

The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Ribston Hall High School is that only children with particularly high marks are admitted. Hence why it is important that children perform well in their 11+ papers.

Different schools (and different 11+ tests) have different marking processes. Some tests are marked in person, some remotely, while others utilise computer-based optical recognition technologies for quickly marking multiple-choice answer sheets.

Many 11+ tests are age-standardised to ensure younger children are not disadvantaged (i.e. their marks may be moderated depending on the month in which they were born). While creative writing papers can be used as tie-breakers, multiple-choice tests in Maths, Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning normally make up the bulk of a child's marks. The specific details and weightings can vary from year to year.

It's worth remembering that once children's 11+ tests are being marked, the admissions process is completely outside of the parents' control. Hence, parents should not worry themselves about whether their child has got a place!

Gloucestershire 11+ Pass Mark

The pass mark for the Gloucestershire 11+ changes every year and isn't generally made public knowledge. This is due to the academic strength of the children taking the test varying and how challenging the test ends up being (as well as plenty of other smaller variables).

Hence, as a vague rule-of-thumb, it's recommended that children aim for roughly 75-80% in their practice tests. Whilst this won't guarantee them a place at Ribston Hall High School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.

Gloucestershire 11+ Key Dates for your Diary

Here are all the important dates for the Gloucestershire 11+ tests (to get into Ribston Hall High School) as well as other relevant dates.

Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Ribston Hall High School as they may well change.

Ofsted Information

Ribston Hall High School was last inspected by Ofsted on 13/06/2012 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 04/07/2012, declaring that the school was 'Good'. This information is summarised in the table below along with a link to the full report.

Last Ofsted Report Data

GCSE & A-Level Performance

Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Ribston Hall High School per subject. Note that this may include children taking GCSEs early (e.g. taking a language GCSE in Year 10) or indeed a child in Year 12 retaking a GCSE.

GCSE Results Information (2022-23)

A-Level Results Information (2022-23)

Past 11+ Paper Downloads

Here are all available past 11+ papers for Ribston Hall High School. Please note that this may include 11+ past papers, past familiarisation booklets, past practice materials published by third parties and past 11+ exam guides written by the school. These materials are provided 'as-is' and may no longer reflect the subjects, format, structure or exam board that Ribston Hall High School currently uses.

The exam board (or test supplier) that Ribston Hall High School chooses to use for their 11+ entrance tests can change and we encourage you to check directly with the school.

As well as these past 11+ papers, you may find our 11+ practice papers helpful for your child's preparation.

Practice 11+ Paper Downloads

Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Gloucestershire 11+ Ensure you double-check with Ribston Hall High School which subjects and topics your child's 11+ tests are in to ensure you prepare for the right tests.