Stretford Grammar School
119%
Capacity
947
Pupils
7.5x
Demand
About Stretford Grammar School
Stretford Grammar School is a state secondary in Trafford that is significantly oversubscribed, a clear signal of its local standing. For the 2025/26 intake, the school received 1,297 applications for 173 places, with 333 of those coming as first preferences, resulting in an oversubscription ratio of 7.5 to one. The school currently has 947 pupils against a capacity of 798, meaning it is operating well above its official limit. Fifteen per cent of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is close to the national average for secondary schools and suggests a genuinely mixed intake. The school is non-denominational and mixed, and its headteacher is Michael Mullins. Despite the high demand, the school does not hold an Outstanding rating from Ofsted; its most recent graded inspection in 2015 rated it Good overall, and an ungraded inspection in 2024 confirmed that it remains Good, with inspectors noting it is improving.
Academically, Stretford Grammar delivers strong results that place it well above the local average. Its Progress 8 score of 0.8 is classified as well above average by the Department for Education, and it compares very favourably with the Trafford local authority average of 0.36. The school ranks 6th out of 19 secondary schools in Trafford on this measure, and 19th out of 445 in the North West region. Attainment 8 sits at 73.8, and 99.4 per cent of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths. The EBacc entry rate is 65.8 per cent, with a similar proportion achieving the qualification. At A-level, the school’s value-added score is -0.01, which is in line with expectations, and the average grade per entry is a B. The sixth form was rated as Requires Improvement by Ofsted in 2024, which is worth noting for families considering post-16 options.
The school offers a broad range of facilities including a swimming pool, theatre, astro turf, and a sixth form centre. Sports on offer include rugby, cricket, and martial arts, while clubs range from coding and Model UN to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and an orchestra. SEND provision covers specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, autistic spectrum disorder, and speech, language and communication needs. The school is oversubscribed, so families will need to be strategic with their application. It suits families who want a high-performing, non-selective state grammar in a competitive local area, but who are comfortable with a sixth form that is still working towards improvement. For those seeking an Outstanding alternative, Sale Grammar School is the nearest, at 3.1 kilometres away.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Granby Road, Manchester, Trafford, M32 8JB |
| Headteacher | Michael Mullins |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 947 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 947 / 798 (119% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Mar 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.80)
189th of 3,141
Nationally
19th of 445
In North West
6th of 19
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
41.9
'22/23
37.7
'23/24
41.3
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Where GCSE leavers go
2022/2349%
of GCSE leavers stay on for sixth form at this school (cohort: 156 pupils).
- School sixth form (stay)49%
- Sixth form college43%
- FE college4%
- Apprenticeship1%
- Not sustained1%
99% of leavers had a sustained destination 6 months on.
Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance, KS4 pupil destinations 2022/23 (revised). Only state-funded schools are required to report.
Where school leavers go
2022/2358%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 36 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
43%
Russell Group
48%
Top-third HE
2%
Oxford / Cambridge
Percentages of the whole cohort (not just HE-goers). Russell Group = 24 elite research universities. Top-third HE = top by mean UCAS tariff.
- University (HE)58%
- Employment19%
- Not sustained8%
- Apprenticeship3%
Sources: DfE 16-18 destination measures (broad bucket); DfE KS5 student destinations file (Russell Group / top-third HE / Oxbridge). Level 3 cohort. “Sustained” means the pupil was in education, apprenticeship or employment for 6 months in the year following completion.
Sixth form A-level subjects
2022/23- Biology38
- Mathematics38
- Chemistry35
- Psychology27
- Computer Studies / Computing13
- Sociology13
- Geography11
- Religious Studies11
- Economics10
- English Language10
- Mathematics (Further)10
- Physics9
Subjects with at least 3 entries in 2022/23. Number shown next to each subject is the number of pupils who sat that A-level exam — a rough indicator of subject popularity at this school. Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
17Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed173
1,297
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
333 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Half of schools in England do better than this.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Below the national average (25%).
Among the highest 25% — a diverse linguistic intake.
Ethnic background
- White British35.7%
- Asian32.7%
- Mixed9.4%
- White (other)4.1%
- Black1.9%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Better than half of schools in England.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
14
Total schools
13
Oversubscribed
12
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stretford Grammar School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Granby Road, Manchester
Trafford, M32 8JB
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