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Grammar schools in Trafford (Greater Manchester)

Entry requirements, score benchmarks and how to prepare for the 11+ in Trafford (Greater Manchester).

5
Schools
116–124
Target SAS
GL Assessment
Exam board
4
Subjects tested

Overview

Trafford's five grammar schools are the only selective state schools in Greater Manchester and attract applications from across the region, including Cheshire, Stockport, and central Manchester. Altrincham Grammar for Boys and Altrincham Grammar for Girls are consistently ranked among the top state schools in the North of England. The Trafford 11+ is held in September of Year 6 and is administered jointly by the Trafford Consortium.

Grammar schools in Trafford (Greater Manchester)

Altrincham Grammar School for Boys
Boys
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
Girls
Sale Grammar School
Mixed
Stretford Grammar School
Mixed
Urmston Grammar School
Mixed

Entry requirements

Subjects tested

  • English
  • Maths
  • Verbal Reasoning
  • Non-Verbal Reasoning

Score target

SAS 116–124

Indicative competitive range. Individual school cut-offs vary — always check directly with your target school.

Registration

Trafford Consortium registration opens in June of Year 5. The 11+ is held in September of Year 6.

How to benchmark your child now

Eduentry uses the same standardised scale as GL Assessment — mean 100, standard deviation 15. A score of 116 on Eduentry corresponds to the competitive entry range for grammar schools in Trafford (Greater Manchester).

Take a free assessment today to see where your child currently stands, which subjects need the most work, and track progress as you prepare.

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