School trips and educational visits give our students the chance to take their learning beyond the classroom and experience new things. Our trips and visits build confidence, curiosity and independence, while strengthening teamwork and social skills.

Whether exploring museums, visiting outdoor spaces or cultural landmarks, our students gain a deeper understanding of the world around them and create memorable experiences that enrich their personal growth and academic progress.

There are many opportunities for trips and visits throughout your child's career at Ribston, including ski trips and sports tours. Where costs are incurred, such as coach fares and admission charges, parents/carers are asked to make a voluntary contribution in line with Department for Education guidelines.

Parents/carers are invited to contact their child's Form Tutor or Head of Year if their financial circumstances make it impossible to contribute in this way.

Pictured is our Year 9 and 10 ski trip to the stunning Italian resort of Claviere (Italy) in April 2026. Other trips and educational visits this year have included:

• Gloucester Archives (Year 13 History)
• The University of Gloucestershire (A-Level Psychology)
• Godsells Cheese (Year 13 Food Science and Nutrition)
• The University of Birmingham (Year 12 Students)
• Jurassic Coastline (A-Level Geography)
• Paris (Modern Foreign Language and Textiles)
• Stratford Upon Avon (A-Level English Literature)

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) is the perfect way to try new things, learn new skills, give to your community and feel more confident. 

What’s involved?

There are three levels of Award – Bronze, Silver and Gold. For each one you need to complete four sections – Volunteering, Physical, Skills and the Expedition. For Gold, you also need to complete a five-day residential.

Who’s it for?

DofE is non-competitive and everyone aged 14–24 is welcome – whatever your interests, background and abilities.

How do I find out more?

Mrs Tibbles is the DofE here at Ribston. Please email Mrs Tibbles to find out more: DofE@ribstonhall.gloucs.sch.uk.

Live Life Adventure

Ribston works in partnership with Live Life Adventure to deliver our DofE programme.

Here is the latest list of lunchtime clubs here at Ribston. Please note: clubs are subject to change. Room location and club information is available on student notice boards in school. Students are also sent emails regularly with information about all extra-curricular activities.

Our team invite a range of speakers and guests into school regularly. Recent visits have been from the Lord de Clifford (pictured), Ribston alumna and BBC journalist Maisie Lillywhite and a local author, Anna February.

Please visit the individual curriculum pages (on the right) to find out more about subject-specific extra-curricular activities here at Ribston.

The Ribston Hall Association (RHA) is the Parent, Teacher and Friends' Association for the school. The RHA raises funds for our school and supports school activities. 

These activities have included:

• Year 7 and 8 Disco
• Quiz Night
• London Mountain Film Festival screening

The RHA also provides refreshments at school events, organises raffles and competitions, and runs an online shop full of Ribston merchandise. You can find out more about the RHA in the dedicated RHA section of our website. They also have social media accounts on Facebook: Ribston Hall Association and Instagram: @RibstonHallAssociation.