SchoolScoresWellington School
Academy · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of WELLINGTON SCHOOL
Wellington Road, Timperley, Altrincham, WA15 7RH
0161 928 4157 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 2 March 2017.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 12 May 2022: Ofsted found the school was still Good.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
259 pupils in this year group.
63% — about the same as the Trafford average, and 18 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Trafford | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 63% | 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. | 57.3 | 57.9 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 5.2 | 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.
251 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 | 43% | 42% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 7% | 20% | 13% |
| Further education college | 39% | 27% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2% | 3% |
| Work | 2% | 2% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 96% | 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
86 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Trafford | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | B | B | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 24% | 48% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 68% | 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. | 38.9 | 41.1 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
21 subjects, 259 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 32 | 3% | 13% | 19% |
| Mathematics | 29 | 14% | 48% | 40% |
| Biology | 28 | 4% | 25% | 27% |
| Business Studies:Single | 23 | 0% | 9% | 16% |
| Sociology | 18 | 0% | 0% | 20% |
| Government and Politics | 17 | 12% | 41% | 26% |
| Physics | 16 | 19% | 50% | 31% |
| Chemistry | 14 | 0% | 43% | 30% |
| History | 11 | 0% | 18% | 23% |
| English Language and Literature | 10 | 0% | 10% | 16% |
| Religious Studies | 10 | 0% | 10% | 22% |
| Mathematics (Further) | 9 | 44% | 67% | 59% |
| Physical Education / Sports Studies | 9 | 0% | 11% | 17% |
| Geography | 6 | 0% | 0% | 23% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Art and Design (Fine Art), Computer Studies / Computing, Spanish, English Literature, Design and Technology (Product Design), French, Film Studies.
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.
83 students in this year group.
92% — 12 points above the Trafford average, and 13 points above 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. | 92% | 80% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 10% | 7% | 7% |
| Work | 31% | 27% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 89% | 92% |
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.
94 students in this year group.
87% — 22 points above the Trafford average, and 27 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Trafford | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 87% | 65% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 43% | 30% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 85% | 87% |
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 about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place.
| Places offered | 260 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 328 |
| Of those, offered a place | 236 (72%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 1,253 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.2 · 2025: 1.4 · 2026: 1.3
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
Specialist SEND provision: this school has resourced provision with 12 places for specific learning difficulties (such as dyslexia); Autism; Social, emotional and mental health needs. These places are usually allocated through the council's SEND team.
| Pupils | This school | Trafford | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 4th highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 9% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 11.3% | 17.2%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 1st highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 95% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 6.9% | 3.2%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 3rd highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 39% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 12.3% | 10.7%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 5th highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 55% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 13.9% | 20.2%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 5th lowest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Lower than 79% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 6.5% | 6.2%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 5th lowest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Lower than 89% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 13.8% | 14.4%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 5th lowest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Lower than 81% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 5.6 | 6.8 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 4th lowest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Lower than 85% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 2.8% | 3.5% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded2 pupils | 0.13% | 0.23% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 8th highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 33% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 16.0 | 16.5 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 7th highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 29% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 10.9 | 12.2 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 7th highest of 8 state secondary schools in Altrincham. Higher than 7% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 5.8% | 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.
SEND provision: Get Information about Schools (DfE).
Nearby secondary schools
- Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College 0.5 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 42% grade 5+ English and maths
- Altrincham College 0.8 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 2 strong, 5 expected · 48% grade 5+ English and maths
- North Cestrian School 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Good (2019), confirmed 2024 · 60% grade 5+ English and maths
- Loreto Grammar School 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2022) · 92% grade 5+ English and maths
- Altrincham Grammar School for Girls 1.4 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2022) · 100% grade 5+ English and maths
- Altrincham Grammar School for Boys 1.4 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2022) · 99% grade 5+ English and maths
- Dixons Brooklands Academy 1.7 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2024) · 19% grade 5+ English and maths
- Saint Ambrose College 1.7 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2025: 2 exceptional, 5 strong · 98% grade 5+ English and maths
- Ashton-on-Mersey School 1.8 miles · Ofsted: Good (2019), confirmed 2024 · 58% grade 5+ English and maths
- Sale Grammar School 1.9 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2022) · 97% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Wellington School's Ofsted rating?
Wellington School was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 2 March 2017. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 12 May 2022, Ofsted found the school was still Good.
How did Wellington School do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 63% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 18 points above the England average of 45%.
Is Wellington School oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 328 families put Wellington School as their first choice for 260 places: about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place. 236 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 136377.
- 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.