The students are saying goodbye to good friends and those precious school memories that will last a lifetime as they approach a new chapter.
A Ripon Grammar School spokesperson said: “Following a challenging 18 months of lockdowns and social distancing, our RGS leavers at last heard the words they've been waiting for: 'Yes, you shall go to the ball!'.”
Take a look at these 14 fabulous pictures of the incredibly glamorous gowns and chic suits that Ripon Grammar students wore to their Year 11 leavers’ ball as they partied into the evening.
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All the students looked incredibly chic and fabulous in their gowns and suits. Photo: Professional Photography by Arts Photography, Leeds
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Around 150 recent sixth form leavers were joined by students who left RGS in fifth form two years ago at the Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate. Photo: Professional Photography by Arts Photography, Leeds
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Departing head girl Molly Cushing said: "The leavers' event was postponed after Covid guidelines were extended in June." Photo: Professional Photography by Arts Photography, Leeds
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Due to COVID, this was their first big social event since the Christmas ball in 2019. Photo: Professional Photography by Arts Photography, Leeds