School guide
Trafford Grammar School
12 Marlborough Road, Altrincham, WA14 2RA, WA14 2RA
Latest Ofsted
OutstandingWhat to know
Draft previewTrafford Grammar suits academically confident children who enjoy a fast working pace and don't mind a heavier homework load than most non-selective schools in the borough. The atmosphere is purposeful rather than pressured — staff describe a 'quiet ambition' that pupils absorb rather than have imposed on them. The observatory and astronomy programme are a genuine point of difference, and results at both GCSE and the growing sixth form are consistently strong. Families should weigh the intensity of the 11+ process itself: preparation matters and competition for places is real, so it's worth being honest with your child about that…
The essentials
Facts that help you decide
Ofsted rating
OutstandingProgress 8
0.84
Attainment 8
68.2
Attendance
97% average attendance
PAN
180
School size
1240 pupils
Age range
11–18
Sixth form
Yes
Gender
Mixed
Entry type
Grammar (11+)
Admissions
Can my child get a place?
The rules, recent outcomes and context that matter when judging your chances.
Historical admissions outcome data is not currently available for this school.
PAN
180
Admissions authority
Trafford Council
Oversubscription criteria
See published policy
Appeals
Guidance available
This school admits pupils according to its published oversubscription criteria. Historical allocation data is not currently available.
Parents should use the published admissions policy when applying.
School life
What's it actually like day to day?
The practical details and everyday experience that official performance data can't tell you.
Trafford Grammar School is a secondary school for pupils aged 11–18. It has a sixth form for post-16 study. Facilities on site include Astroturf pitches, Observatory, Theatre, Swimming pool, Robotics lab. A school uniform is required.
Uniform
A school uniform is required.
Holiday & after-school support
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Open days
Check the event details below, then use the school's own website for booking information where required.
Saturday 5 October 2024
Whole-school open day
Tours, subject taster sessions and a headteacher address.
Latest
News
This term
Trafford Grammar's robotics team reaches national final
The senior robotics club progressed to the national finals after a strong regional heat.
Last term
Observatory hosts county stargazing evening
Pupils led a public stargazing evening using the school's new telescope.
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Common questions
Parent questions
Is Trafford Grammar difficult to get into?+
Yes — places are offered on 11+ performance and the school is oversubscribed most years.
Does it have a sixth form?+
Yes, with a broad A-Level and BTEC offer.
Your next step
What should you do next?
Take the next step in your decision, whichever feels right for where you are.