Hale Preparatory School

URN: 106383 • Altrincham WA15 9AS

Overview

Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
43.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ruth Vayro (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01619282386
Website
Visit
Address
Broomfield Lane, Altrincham WA15 9AS

Summary

Hale Preparatory School is an independent co-educational institution located in Hale, near Altrincham, Cheshire, catering to children aged 4 to 11. Founded in 1980 by John Connor, the school maintains a family-run ethos, prioritising a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The school is committed to providing personalised guidance through small class sizes, allowing for individual attention and strong relationships between staff and pupils.

The curriculum at Hale Prep is broad and diverse, encompassing 13 subjects and three languages, along with a focus on performing arts and outdoor activities. This holistic approach aims to foster creativity, teamwork, and resilience among students. The school also offers specialist teaching from Reception onwards, ensuring that children are well-prepared for their next educational steps.

Hale Preparatory School prides itself on excellent pastoral care and a supportive community, which is reflected in its recent inspection results, where it received the highest grade of 'Excellent' across all areas. The school values strong partnerships with parents, fostering a collaborative environment for the development of each child.

Key details

LA
Trafford
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
224
Pupils
210
Boys
107
Girls
103
FSM %
Open date
1980-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 210 107 103 224
2024-09-11 203 111 92 224
2023-09-11 189 108 81 207 0.00
2022-09-11 189 108 81 207 0.00
2021-09-11 196 107 89 207 0.00
2020-09-11 204 112 92 207 0.00

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