Altrincham Grammar School for Boys
URN: 106361 • Altrincham WA14 2RS
Overview
- Name
- Altrincham Grammar School for Boys
- URN
- 106361
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- T.J Gartside (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Marlborough Road, Altrincham WA14 2RS
Summary
Altrincham Grammar School for Boys (AGSB) is a selective foundation secondary school located in Altrincham, Trafford, catering to boys aged 11 to 18. With a capacity of 1,173 students, AGSB is known for its strong academic performance, consistently achieving high GCSE and A-level results that place it among the top schools in the country. The school emphasizes high expectations and aspirations, aiming to provide an outstanding academic education.
Beyond academics, AGSB promotes a well-rounded education, encouraging excellence in sports, the creative arts, engineering, and scientific innovation. The school is committed to developing students’ skills for future societal contributions, fostering self-confidence, health, and inquiry, while instilling virtues of tolerance and respect.
AGSB maintains a friendly, family-like atmosphere despite its large size, ensuring that each student receives the support they need. The pastoral care system is designed to lay a solid foundation for personal development, helping students thrive both academically and socially within the community.
Beyond academics, AGSB promotes a well-rounded education, encouraging excellence in sports, the creative arts, engineering, and scientific innovation. The school is committed to developing students’ skills for future societal contributions, fostering self-confidence, health, and inquiry, while instilling virtues of tolerance and respect.
AGSB maintains a friendly, family-like atmosphere despite its large size, ensuring that each student receives the support they need. The pastoral care system is designed to lay a solid foundation for personal development, helping students thrive both academically and socially within the community.
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Nearby alternatives
- Altrincham Grammar School for Boys (80.2)
- Altrincham Grammar School for Girls (79.9)
- Loreto Grammar School (77.1)
- Altrincham Grammar School for Girls (70.2)
- Loreto Grammar School (70.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1173 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1173 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1173 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1173 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1173 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1173 |
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