SchoolScoresAltrincham College
Academy · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Mixed · Sixth form
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Green Lane, Timperley, Altrincham, WA15 8QW
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Ofsted inspection
Ofsted report card from the inspection that started on 19 May 2026 , published 23 June 2026.
In short: 2 strong, 5 expected, and safeguarding met.
Since November 2025 Ofsted grades each area on a five-point scale instead of giving one overall grade. How report cards work.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| SafeguardingWhether pupils are kept safe. Met or not met. | Met |
| InclusionHow well the school supports disadvantaged pupils and pupils with special educational needs. | Expected standard Middle of five grades. Meets the standard Ofsted expects. |
| Curriculum and teachingWhat pupils are taught and how well they are taught it. | Expected standard Middle of five grades. Meets the standard Ofsted expects. |
| AchievementHow well pupils learn and the results they get. | Expected standard Middle of five grades. Meets the standard Ofsted expects. |
| Attendance and behaviourWhether pupils come to school and how they behave. | Expected standard Middle of five grades. Meets the standard Ofsted expects. |
| Personal development and wellbeingPupils' wider development, character and wellbeing. | Strong standard Second of five grades. Better than the standard Ofsted expects. |
| Post-16 provisionSixth form or other study after 16. | Strong standard Second of five grades. Better than the standard Ofsted expects. |
| Leadership and governanceHow well leaders and governors run the school. | Expected standard Middle of five grades. Meets the standard Ofsted expects. |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
174 pupils in this year group.
48% — 16 points below the Trafford average, and 3 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Trafford | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 48% | 64% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 48.5 | 57.9 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 4.2 | 5.2 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
176 pupils in this year group.
94% — about the same as the Trafford average, and 2 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Trafford | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 94% | 95% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 31% | 42% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 14% | 20% | 13% |
| Further education college | 41% | 27% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2% | 3% |
| Work | 3% | 2% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 88% | 94% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
44 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Trafford | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C+ | B | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 20% | 48% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 51% | 75% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 34.5 | 41.1 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
16 subjects, 111 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry | 13 | 8% | 31% | 30% |
| Business Studies:Single | 12 | 17% | 33% | 16% |
| Biology | 11 | 9% | 9% | 27% |
| Mathematics | 11 | 0% | 27% | 40% |
| History | 9 | 0% | 0% | 23% |
| Psychology | 9 | 0% | 0% | 19% |
| Law | 8 | 0% | 25% | 17% |
| Physics | 7 | 0% | 29% | 31% |
| Computer Studies / Computing | 6 | 0% | 17% | 24% |
| English Language | 6 | 0% | 17% | 13% |
| Sociology | 6 | 0% | 0% | 20% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Chinese, Geography, Art and Design, Spanish, German.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
70 students in this year group.
73% — 7 points below the Trafford average, and 6 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Trafford | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 73% | 80% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7% | 7% |
| Work | 23% | 27% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 89% | 73% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
60 students in this year group.
70% — 5 points above the Trafford average, and 10 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Trafford | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 70% | 65% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 13% | 30% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 69% | 70% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Trafford. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were fewer first-choice applications than places.
| Places offered | 190 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 120 |
| Of those, offered a place | 110 (92%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 1,080 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 0.6 · 2025: 0.5 · 2026: 0.6
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Trafford | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 1st highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 56% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 29.4% | 17.2%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 4th highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 45% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 2.8% | 3.2%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 2nd highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 45% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 12.9% | 10.7%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 6th highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 51% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 12.6% | 20.2%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 6th lowest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Lower than 66% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 7.4% | 6.2%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 6th lowest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Lower than 64% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 20.6% | 14.4%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 6th lowest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Lower than 73% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 7.5 | 6.8 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 5th lowest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Lower than 73% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 4.1% | 3.5% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded5 pupils | 0.51% | 0.23% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher Joint 4th highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 50% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 16.8 | 16.5 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 5th highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 72% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 12.8 | 12.2 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 3rd highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 58% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 14.9% | 11.5%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College 0.7 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 42% grade 5+ English and maths
- Wellington School 0.8 miles · Ofsted: Good (2017), confirmed 2022 · 63% grade 5+ English and maths
- Saint Ambrose College 0.9 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2025: 2 exceptional, 5 strong · 98% grade 5+ English and maths
- Altrincham Grammar School for Boys 1.2 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2022) · 99% grade 5+ English and maths
- North Cestrian School 1.3 miles · Ofsted: Good (2019), confirmed 2024 · 60% grade 5+ English and maths
- Loreto Grammar School 1.4 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2022) · 92% grade 5+ English and maths
- Dixons Newall Green Academy 1.4 miles · Ofsted: No graded inspection
- Altrincham Grammar School for Girls 1.5 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2022) · 100% grade 5+ English and maths
- Dixons Brooklands Academy 1.7 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2024) · 19% grade 5+ English and maths
- Saint Paul's Catholic High School 1.9 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 26% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Altrincham College's Ofsted rating?
Altrincham College was inspected under Ofsted's report card format in 19 May 2026. Report cards grade each area on a five-point scale instead of giving one overall grade. Its grades were 2 strong, 5 expected, and safeguarding was met.
How did Altrincham College do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 48% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 3 points above the England average of 45%.
Is Altrincham College oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 120 families put Altrincham College as their first choice for 190 places: fewer first-choice applications than places. 110 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 138614.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.