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Altrincham Grammar School for Boys
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- Trafford WA14 2RS
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Students' academic achievements are impressive.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils and students behave impeccably around the school site.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use suitably demanding activities to help students learn.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff described leaders as kind and supportive.
Opportunities for Involvement: Leaders have listened to the views of parents.
Communication: Leaders refine and enhance further the quality of education.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents conveyed a strong community spirit.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff quickly address any incidents of bullying.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders and staff ensure pupils get the opportunities they need to excel.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe from bullying and other forms of unpleasant behaviour.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff provide timely advice and support.
Extracurricular Offerings: Students appreciate the extensive range of academic and sporting clubs.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students relish the challenge to excel academically and personally.
Career Counselling Services: Students benefit from a rich programme of careers education.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students in the sixth form are an example and inspiration to younger pupils.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Expert staff work closely with pupils and parents to identify additional support.
Subjects Offered: Pupils benefit from a well-crafted curriculum that is broad and balanced.
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About Us
Altrincham Grammar School for Boys is a Secondary, Boys school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 1389 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 99% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.10% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We appreciate you visiting the website of Altrincham Grammar School for Boys. AGSB is a selective grammar school that offers boys between the ages of 11 and 18 an excellent academic education. Our exam scores at the GCSE and A level routinely position us among the top performing schools in the nation. Expectations and aspirations are high. At AGSB, we value education in its broadest sense and support athletes who succeed in sports, the performing arts, engineering, the creative sciences, and debating. Our goal is to give our students the tools they need to make a positive impact on society long after they leave our programme. Every boy receives a solid foundation from our pastoral structures, which support their development into self-assured, healthy, and inquisitive young men who also exhibit the values of tolerance and respect. Despite being a big school, AGSB nonetheless maintains the welcoming, familial feel for which it is well known in the neighbourhood. I am thrilled that you are thinking about enrolling your youngster in Altrincham Grammar School for Boys. I'm hoping that a lot of your inquiries can be answered by our website. However, nothing can replace a visit, and I am very much looking forward to meeting you at one of our Open Evenings.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Boys | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.6 | - | 16.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 99% | 98% | 96% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 56.10% | 35.00% | 27.70% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 1.14 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 80.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 51.88% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 65.63% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 71% | 39.29% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 62% | 24.75% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 69% | 31.21% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.48 | 4.33 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 92.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 203 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 86.87% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | SP | 29.22% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 98% | 33.04% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 14.57% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.22% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.52% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.43% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.23 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 75.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 51% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 62.64% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 59% | 38.28% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 24.28% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 28.68% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.05 | 4.19 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 93.82% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 214 | 133 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 90.36% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 1% | 30.32% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 97% | 34.59% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 14.36% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.82% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.85 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 78 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 97% 2 | 48.04% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% 2 | 63.17% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 62% | 34.67% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 55% 11 | 21.92% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 59% 12 | 27.63% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.24 | 3.92 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 94.23% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 176 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 88.05% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 1% | 29.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 86% | 33.95% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 14.18% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 10.86% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.59% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.9 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 78.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% 1 | 49.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% 1 | 63.79% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 76% | 40.96% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 66% 3 | 26.17% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 71% 8 | 33.13% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.54 | 4.09 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 94.62% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 187 | 126 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 82.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.67% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 89% | 35.57% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 11.33% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 10.95% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.95% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.86% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.75 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 74.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 50.48% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 64.22% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 66% | 39.39% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 63% | 28.78% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 63% | 30.09% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 87.76% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 172 | 130 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 41.9% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 26.05% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 95% | 35.52% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 9.86% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.43% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.29% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 46.83 | 35.7 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 46.8 | 35.67 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 56.10% | 22.73% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 164 | 188 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 66.58% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 4.33% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 16.17% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.42% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 50.56 | 38.89 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | A | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 50.3 | 38.73 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 68.2% | 30.39% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 180 | 259 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 69.08% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.83% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 12.92% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.75% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 45.04 1 | 34.15 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.30 1 | 34.3 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 52.6% | 21.76% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 156 | 192 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 87% | 71.42% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 4.92% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 14.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 5.92% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 44.23 4 | 33.54 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.76 1 | 34.2 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 50.6% | 20.16% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 6.73% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.45% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 9.82% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 2% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 40.3 | 31.61 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.12 | 34.08 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 49.7% | 18.58% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 18 | 27.15% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.15% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 16.62% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.46% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Altrincham Grammar School for Boys
Local authority ratio 18 : 1