Ribston Hall High School
Ribbus Magazine
Since its first edition in 1925, The Ribbus has documented the achievements and milestones of Ribston each year. Over the decades, it has become a cherished record of our school’s history and a celebration of student life. After a brief hiatus with the rise of digital media, the magazine was revived online, reconnecting past traditions with a modern format.
While much has changed over the years, our identity remains strong. Our curriculum and extra-curricular activities have grown broader, and more students than ever go on to pursue higher education, yet many cherished traditions endure. Annual highlights, such as our Cathedral Service, the singing of Gaudeamus Igitur, the candlelit Boar’s Head Carol, and the friendly house rivalries, continue to bring the school community together.
The Ribbus celebrates both our achievements and the vibrant community that makes Ribston unique. It reflects our enduring values, our sense of tradition, and the pride we take in being part of the Ribston family. Today, as always, we carry forward the spirit of our school. You can find out more about Ribston's history on our Our History page.
NEW! The 2026 Edition of The Ribbus Magazine
Produced by the Ribston Heritage Champions, the latest edition of The Ribbus covers the spirit of the 2025/26 academic year here at Ribston. From our school's creative culture days to student residentials, there's something for everyone!
This year's Ribbus also includes some photography by our student, Rosalie Hill. Rosalie and her parents have given us consent to use these images in our communications, and you'll be able to find them on our website soon!
You can read the magazine below or view a larger edition via the following link: Ribbus Magazine (2026)
The 2025 Edition of The Ribbus Magazine
In 2025, we celebrated the centenary of The Ribbus with a special edition, produced by our Ribston Heritage Champions, marking 100 years of school life, achievements, and tradition.
You can read the magazine below:
The 2024 Edition of The Ribbus Magazine
For many, The Ribbus may be a new name, but for generations of Ribston students, it has been a cherished record of school life since its first edition in 1925.
In early 2024, our students explored the school archive and discovered a rich collection of past magazines, inspiring the revival of The Ribbus after a long hiatus. This edition celebrates the achievements, milestones, and vibrant community of Ribston Hall in 2024.
You can read the 2024 edition of The Ribbus here: The Ribbus Magazine (2024)
Historic England: Champion Heritage School Status
In 2025, Ribston was awarded Champion Heritage School status by Historic England, to recognise the work we do in promoting and celebrating local history. Ribston is the only secondary school in the country with this accolade.
You can find out more about the work that our school and or Heritage Champions are doing to support this status on our Our History page.
