Altrincham Grammar schools are among the top state schools in the North West.
Families in Greater Manchester aiming for state grammar schools should focus on Trafford, where Altrincham Grammar School for Boys, Altrincham Grammar School for Girls and Sale Grammar School are located. These schools consistently rank among the highest-performing state schools nationally.
The state grammar schools serving Manchester families are in Trafford. Catholic grammar schools also serve the area, with their own faith and selection criteria.
Trafford grammar schools use GL Assessment papers. All four areas need preparation, with verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning needing dedicated practice.
Practical plan
Start Year 5: baseline mock, identify weakest subjects.
Summer Year 6: 25 minutes daily practice.
September: Trafford 11+ test — check registration deadlines.
Review results and use feedback for further preparation.
Usually September of Year 6. Check Trafford Council's secondary transfer admissions pages for exact dates each year.
No. Manchester Grammar School is an independent fee-paying school. The state grammar schools near Manchester are in Trafford.
Yes, but proximity and LA area often affect oversubscription criteria. Check the school's current admissions policy.