Head: Michael Mullins
A competitive co-educational grammar school in Trafford with a Good Ofsted rating.
0
Year 7 Places
0.0:1
Applicants/Place
Pass Mark
0
Pupils
Max Score
423
Qualifying Score
334
79% of max
Cutoff Score
334
79% of max
Applications
1,297
Offers Made
173
Catchment, then Score
Catchment area students get priority. Within catchment, places by test score.
Successful candidates who live within the immediate area of the school; being M32, M33, M41, M17, M15 and M16 (both within Trafford and Manchester), and including M21, this being the next closest postcode to the school
Local Authorities
Postcode Areas
Sibling Priority
Pupil Premium
32 places
Appeals Deadline
2026-04-30
Process
If you do not get offered a place, you have the right of appeal to an Independent Appeals Panel. Appeals must be lodged by the deadline date and will be heard by an independent panel arranged by the Governors.
Waiting List
Successful candidates not offered a place can be placed on the waiting list by contacting School Admissions at Trafford Local Authority or the school directly. Students are not automatically included on the waiting list.
1. Register
1 May 2026
2. Take Test
Trafford Grammar Schools
3. Results
19 Oct 2026
4. Offer Day
1 Mar 2027
A shared 11+ entrance exam used by 6 grammar schools, administered by GL Assessment, testing Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Mathematics. Two GL Assessment papers testing three components (VR, NVR, Maths). Each component max 141, total max 423. Part of Trafford Grammar School Consortium with four other schools using same entrance examination. School is currently oversubscribed with no places available in Years 7-11. In-year admissions require minimum qualifying score of 353 (332 for Pupil Premium/LAC students). Maximum Sixth Form capacity is 192 students.
Max
423
Qualifying Score
334
79% of max
Registration Opens
Registration opens for the 11+ exam
1 May 2026
Registration Deadline
Final day to register for the 11+ exam
15 Jul 2026
Exam Date
11+ entrance exam
19 Sep 2026
9:00am
Results Released
11+ results released to parents
19 Oct 2026
CAF Deadline
Common Application Form deadline (all LAs)
31 Oct 2026
National Offer Day
National Offer Day — places confirmed
1 Mar 2027
74.4
Attainment 8
Average achievement across 8 qualifications
96%
English + Maths 5+
Grade 5 or above in both
100%
English + Maths 4+
Grade 4 or above in both
43%
EBacc Entry
Entered the English Baccalaureate suite
6.72
EBacc APS
Average points across EBacc subjects
B
Avg A-Level Grade
Average grade achieved across all A-Level entries
Bar shows this school. Ticks mark the England state-funded average (grey) and the typical grammar-school average (indigo).
Grammar median computed from up to 163 grammars.
61%
Higher Education
−7pp vs grammar avg
61%
Russell Group
Cohort destination breakdown
Destinations trend
Strongest at
English Literature
320 entries
50%
+3.6pp vs school
Mathematics
320 entries
50%
+3.6pp vs school
Religious Studies
316 entries
50%
+3.6pp vs school
Watch list
Combined Science
94 entries
0%
-46.4pp vs school
Other Modern Languages
19 entries
32%
-14.9pp vs school
Strongest at
Chemistry
68 entries
50%
+4.2pp vs school
Biology
42 entries
50%
+4.2pp vs school
Psychology
38 entries
50%
+4.2pp vs school
Watch list
History
5 entries
0%
-45.8pp vs school
Entry Requirements
Minimum Attainment 8 score of 60, including Mathematics and English Language to at least grade 5. Students must attain grade 6 in subjects they want to study. Grade 6 in Maths required to study Sciences. Grade 7s strongly recommended for multiple sciences.
Subjects Offered
Per-Pupil Funding
2025/2026947 / 798(119%)
£0
Per Pupil Funding
Subjects Offered
Entry Requirements
Minimum Attainment 8 score of 60, including Mathematics and English Language to at least grade 5. Students must attain grade 6 in subjects they want to study. Grade 6 in Maths required to study Sciences. Grade 7s strongly recommended for multiple sciences.
1:18.5
Staff:Pupil Ratio
100%
Qualified Teachers
2.89%
Absence Rate
2.67%
Persistent Absence
Inspirational learning environment with warm and welcoming atmosphere where pupils feel happy and safe.
Sports
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STEM
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Arts
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Library
Learning Resource Centre with study areas, computer access, and extensive book collection
Capital Projects
Recent refurbishment of science laboratories and ICT facilities
Sports
Music & Performing Arts
Clubs & Societies
Duke of Edinburgh
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Trips & Exchanges
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Community Service
Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme, charity fundraising events, community volunteering opportunities
Uniform
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School Meals
Cashless catering system using thumbprint identification. Free school meals available for eligible students with no distinction from other students.
Homework Policy
Homework is set regularly across all subjects. Students are expected to complete homework to consolidate learning and develop independent study skills.
Behaviour Policy
Pupils show utmost respect for each other and staff. Praiseworthy behaviour supports learning exceptionally well in positive atmosphere.
Mobile Phone Policy
Mobile phones are not allowed in lessons, but can be used during breaks.
SEND Provision
Special circumstances and access arrangements considered for entrance examination with supporting documentation required.
4.5
4.5(123)Google Reviews
123 reviews
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Nearest Station: Urmston
Transport Info
5 minute walk from Stretford Metro Station (45 minutes from Bury, 30 minutes from Eccles, 15 minutes from Altrincham). Main Chester Road is 10 minute walk. The 15, 22, 23, 23A and 276 buses go past the school. Parking available at Longford Park, Stretford Mall, Stretford Metro and Lacy Street.
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