At a Glance
Assessment: CEM 11 Plus
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Girls Only
Places per year: 150
Competition: Very High
Introduction
Ribston Hall High School is a selective school for girls based in Gloucester. It’s a secondary academy, carrying an adjoining Sixth Form. The school prides itself on embracing every student for their individuality, empowering ‘young women to discover their own potential’.
The school is not without high exam results. In the 2019 year, 83% of all students at the school achieved at least a grade 5 in English and Maths. Across the board, 98% of all grades achieved were 9-4 (A*-C under the previous GCSE marking criteria). Further, 98% of all students upon finishing these exams stayed in full-time education or entered into employment. Adjoining the High School is their Sixth Form, a co-educational place of education with a focus on developing students academically, socially and emotionally. In the 2020/2021 academic year, the Sixth Form boasted over 50% of all grades at A*-A, with over 97% of UCAS applicants attaining their first choice of University.
As with all grammar schools under the Gloucestershire Council, Ribston Hall High School is not only popular and oversubscribed, but the admission process is highly competitive, requiring potential students to sit a difficult entrance exam. The girls’ school selects students based on their performance in the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools Entrance Test. This Entrance Test is a 11+, issued, governed and marked by the CEM exam board. It assesses a student’s competency in Numerical Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning and Non-verbal Reasoning. The 11+ is designed to push candidates beyond their Key Stage 2 education. Our resources with 11 Plus Hero help prepare your child for this CEM 11+, providing them with a toolkit to have the best chance to succeed. We also provide information to help guide yourself and your child through the admissions process, so that you and your child can confidently and competently apply to Ribston Hall High School.
Ribston Hall High School Key Information
In this section, we regularly update key information for prospective students and their parents in the admissions process to Ribston Hall High School.
School Address
Full Address:
Ribston Hall High School, Stroud RoadGloucester
GL1 5LE
Contact Information
Parking in the school
There is no parking available on the school site. It is recommended to park on adjoining roads. However it is a residential area, so one must be careful not to obstruct the drives of neighbouring houses. If alternative parking venues are needed, they can be found within a 30 minute walk:
- Tesco, 125 Bristol Road, Gloucester, GL1 5SY (Opening Times: Mon-Sun 06:00-23:00)
- Aldi, Clifton Road, Linden, Gloucester, Gl1 5BJ (Opening Times: Mon-Sat 08:00-22:00 & Sun 11:00-17:00)
Key Information for Ribston Hall High School
PAN* for Year 7 intake (2023)
Total Student Capacity Years 7 to 13 (2022)
Total Students Years 7 to 13 (2022)
Percentage Capacity (2022)
Latest Ofsted Rating (2022)
Selection Test (In Depth Discussion Below - Link)
Ribston Hall High School’s Key Dates and Application Information
In the application and admissions process to Gloucestershire Grammar Schools, Ribston Hall High School inclusive, dates and deadlines are vital to keep to, ensuring your child is registered for their 11+ and applications are sent off on time.
Registration opens for the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools Entrance Test (CEM 11+)
Registration for the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools Entrance Test (CEM 11+) Closing Date:
Open Day:
Virtual Open Tour for Ribston Hall High School
Test Centre Arrangements sent out to parents (test process and information i.e. what to bring, etc.)
Entrance Examination Date
Results Date:
Common Application Form Deadline (school preferences must be finalised by this date):
School Offer
Application Documents for Ribston Hall High School
Under this heading, we list hyperlinks with specific information regarding Ribston Hall High School and its application and admissions process. These websites are useful for prospective students and their parents.
Ribston Hall High School Admissions Policy 2023
View PDFInformation for the Gloucestershire CEM 11+ Test
View PDFRibston Hall High School application process & dates
View PDFApply for the 11+ online, via any of the Gloucestershire Grammar School websites
View PDFApply for your chosen schools using the Common Application Form
View PDFRibston Hall High School 11+ Format
Like all the grammar schools in Gloucestershire, Ribston Hall selects students based on their performance in the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools Entrance Test. This is an 11+ test issued and governed by the CEM exam board; it is a multiple choice assessment, testing a candidate’s competence in Numerical Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal reasoning. The Verbal Reasoning section of the assessment may contain reading comprehension similar to other 11+ English sections, but there is no dedicated English section. The exam is administered and marked by the CEM exam board, scores are age-standardised to produce a final score, the number of correct answers vary according to a child’s age. The content of the assessment tests beyond what is taught at primary education level; the test is designed to push candidates with the question difficulty and formatting. The unfamiliar format of the test and its difficulty can seem daunting; the 11 Plus Hero is here to help. We understand and are accustomed to the content of the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools Entrance Test and the CEM exam board. We can provide a toolkit to your child, familiarising them with the test format and ensuring they have the best chance to succeed in their admission to Ribston Hall High School.
Ribston Hall High School 11+: Overview
The Gloucestershire Grammar Schools Entrance Test consists of two papers, each lasting around 50 minutes. They are both multiple choice and are each made up of 3 key components to it: Verbal Reasoning, Non-verbal Reasoning and Numerical Reasoning. Answers are completed, multiple choice style, on separate answer sheets. The test is issued, marked and governed by the CEM exam board. For an in depth breakdown of this 11+, please visit our article – ‘Selective Tests in Gloucestershire – the CEM 11+ Test’.
Overview:
The test consists of two exam papers, each taking approximately 50 minutes in length. Each test may contain a mix of Verbal Reasoning, Non-verbal Reasoning and Numerical Reasoning, it is at the Consortium’s discretion as to which are included; there is usually a mix of content in each of the two papers
- Paper One: (A choice of) Verbal Reasoning (VR) Non-Verbal Reasoning (NVR) and Numerical Reasoning (NR)
- Paper Two: (A choice of) Verbal Reasoning (VR) Non-verbal Reasoning (NVR) and Numerical Reasoning (NR)
Denmark Road High School CEM 11 Plus Test: Pass Criteria
Test scores are received in mid-October of the preceding year of entry; for example for entry in 2023, test scores will be received by mid-October 2022. It is notable that the CEM exam board uses a method of standardised marking, meaning that younger children are not penalised for their age, the results are statistically standardised to compare any child’s score average to the average score of their school year. In the school’s admission policy, they do not indicate a specific figure which is a ‘pass mark’. Instead, the standardised scores achieved by the children will be ranked, and an ‘Qualifying Standard’ will be established, based on the quality of all the candidates’ scores that year – the Qualifying Standard is subject to change. If a child achieves the ’Qualifying Standard’, it means they can be considered for entry to the school; parents will be informed as to whether a child has achieved the Qualifying Standard when results are received in October of the preceding year of entry. Notably, a mere achievement of the Qualifying Standard does not guarantee a child an offer to Denmark Road School; this is clearly outlined in the school’s admissions policy. For this reason, the Qualifying Standard cannot be predicted for every year, but it is estimated that the top 25% of students will achieve the qualifying mark. For more information please see our article ‘Selective Tests in Gloucestershire – CEM 11 Plus”.
Paper 1:
A mix of either Verbal Reasoning, Non-verbal Reasoning or Numerical Reasoning. It is at the discretion of the consortium which are tested on each paper.
Paper 2:
A mix of either Verbal Reasoning, Non-verbal Reasoning or Numerical Reasoning. It is at the discretion of the consortium which are tested on each paper.
The Gloucestershire Grammar Schools CEM 11+ - CEM 11 Plus Assessment Criteria
| English | Numerical Reasoning | Verbal Reasoning | Non-verbal Reasoning | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XX | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | n/an/a |
Catchment Area
The admissions policy for Ribston Hall High School and its enclosed Oversubscription Criteria, indicates the school does not operate on a catchment area. However, certain students living in Gloucester City are prioritised. Please see the oversubscription criteria below.
Oversubscription Criteria:
As outlined above, only students who meet the Qualifying Standard will be considered for entry. This is not a predetermined score, and is established every year having regard to all of the standardised scores achieved by the candidates. Notably,
The school is popular and children reaching the Qualifying Standard are not always admitted. In selecting students to make school offers to, the school prioritises children in the oversubscription criteria listed below:
- Looked After/Previously Looked After children who have met the Qualifying Standard. Children in this category will be offered admission to the school, prioritising them by rank score;
- Next, 30 places will be allocated to students who qualify for the Pupil Premium, who have met the Qualifying Standard. Those in this category will be made offers in the following order of priority:
- Pupil Premium students who live in Gloucester City by rank order of score;
- Pupil Premium students who live outside of Gloucester city by rank order of score.
- Students by rank order in the qualifying standard.
Additional eligibilities:
In the event of a tie between two or more students in one of the categories listed in the Oversubscription Criteria, the place will be given to the girl who lives closest to the school, measured as a straight line distance from their main place of residence to Ribston Hall High School.
Please note, the admissions policy and its criteria is long and complex. To understand the policy in further detail, the category your child falls into or clarify peculiarities of your application or situation, please visit the policy via https://www.ribstonhall.gloucs.sch.uk/_site/data/files/admissions/298AEC6E39FF47A5E8D907F10F1C414F.pdf
Ribston Hall High School FAQs
- Ribston Hall High School requires students to reach a certain ‘Qualifying Standard’ in order to qualify them for admission to the school; it is the minimum requirement for admission. This figure is subject to change every year and cannot be predicted.
- For more details see section ‘Pass Mark and catchment area’. LINK
- The 11+ used by Ribston Hall High School is issued and governed by the CEM exam board. This CEM 11 Plus tests a child’s competence in Numerical Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning and Non-verbal Reasoning.
- For more details see ‘Section 4: Gloucestershire Grammar Schools 11+ Format’ LINK
- The school hosts familiarisation materials. These can be accessed using the links below:
- https://www.ribstonhall.gloucs.sch.uk/_site/data/files/admissions/2022-2023/C9C5CF0CAB1128B6F443D10A7B4D949D.pdf
- https://www.ribstonhall.gloucs.sch.uk/_site/data/files/admissions/2022-2023/151E457F8CCD54179F5CE21C36700074.pdf
- https://www.ribstonhall.gloucs.sch.uk/_site/data/files/admissions/2022-2023/EE3DCAA051E39DB134916E3589E055CC.pdf
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