Best 3 Secondary schools in Trafford – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Altrincham Grammar School for Girls (Secondary) in Altrincham; Altrincham Grammar School for Boys (Secondary) in Altrincham; Loreto Grammar School (Secondary) in Altrincham — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Altrincham Grammar School for Girls, Altrincham Grammar School for Boys and Loreto Grammar School. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Altrincham, Cheshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Altrincham Grammar School for Girls), published Dec 2022. The most recent inspection on record is for Altrincham Grammar School for Girls (Dec 2022). average roll around ≈ 1,300, combined total ≈ 3,900, typical FSM 5–10%, range 5–10%–5–10%; spread across trusts such as Bright Futures Educational Trust and The Hamblin Education Trust.

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Attribute	Altrincham Grammar School for Girls WA14 2NL	Altrincham Grammar School for Boys WA14 2RS	Loreto Grammar School WA14 4AH
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Altrincham Cheshire WA14 2NL	Altrincham Cheshire WA14 2RS	Altrincham Cheshire WA14 4AH
Latest Ofsted	1 4 Dec 2022	1 10 Nov 2022	1 9 Nov 2022
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,050 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1370	1231	1041
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Girls	Boys	Girls
Admissions policy	Selective	Selective	Selective
Trust / Local authority	Bright Futures Educational Trust	The Hamblin Education Trust	Trafford (358)
Website	www.aggs.trafford.sch.uk	www.agsb.co.uk	www.loretogrammar.co.uk
Telephone	01619125912	01619280858	01619283703
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Altrincham Grammar School for Girls

WA14 2NL

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Altrincham
Cheshire
WA14 2NL
Ofsted: 1 4 Dec 2022
Pupils: ≈ 1,400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bright Futures Educational Trust
Website: www.aggs.trafford.sch.uk
Telephone: 01619125912

Altrincham Grammar School for Boys

WA14 2RS

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Altrincham
Cheshire
WA14 2RS
Ofsted: 1 10 Nov 2022
Pupils: ≈ 1,400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Hamblin Education Trust
Website: www.agsb.co.uk
Telephone: 01619280858

Loreto Grammar School

WA14 4AH

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Altrincham
Cheshire
WA14 4AH
Ofsted: 1 9 Nov 2022
Pupils: ≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Trafford (358)
Website: www.loretogrammar.co.uk
Telephone: 01619283703

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.