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, England, is a co-educational, comprehensive secondary school with academy status. Located on the south-eastern edge of Bath, the school educates 11 to 18-year-olds from Bath and the surrounding area.

History

The school was built and named in 1957 to commemorate Ralph Allen (1693-1764). It opened in 1958.

Awards

In 2004, the school gained

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status, and has also been recognised by Artsmark Silver,

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Gold awards.

Partnerships

The school is part of the Bath Education Trust, working closely with other local schools, colleges, universities and businesses. It also works closely with the James Dyson Foundation, and is part of the Active Transport to Schools project.

Notable alumni

* Jeremy Guscott, rugby player *

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References

External links

Ralph Allen School Website
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