Trafford Alternative Education Provision

URN: 131134 • Altrincham WA14 1SR

Overview

Name
Trafford Alternative Education Provision
URN
131134
Type
Pupil referral unit
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
46.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Linda Thompson (since 2025)
Telephone
01619121479
Website
Visit
Address
Brentwood Avenue, Altrincham WA14 1SR

Summary

Trafford Alternative Education Provision (TAEP) is a pupil referral unit located in Altrincham, Trafford, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 58 pupils. The school primarily supports students who have been permanently excluded from mainstream schools or those facing behavioural challenges. TAEP offers a nurturing environment aimed at helping students reach their full potential through tailored educational approaches, including in-centre placements, home tuition, and offsite learning, depending on individual needs.

The provision includes 28 full-time places through the Trafford Medical Education Service for students requiring additional support due to medical reasons. The school emphasizes personal development, behaviour, and welfare, and has received good ratings from Ofsted in leadership, teaching quality, and student outcomes. Students are encouraged to feel safe, respected, and empowered, fostering a community where they can thrive academically and personally.

TAEP is committed to creating a supportive atmosphere that recognizes each student's unique talents and aspirations. The school's ethos revolves around determination, respect, engagement, ambition, motivation, and success, ensuring that every student is equipped to transition successfully to their next educational setting.

Key details

LA
Trafford
Age range
5 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
58
Boys
35
Girls
23
FSM %
69.00
Open date
2005-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-07-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 58 35 23 69.00
2024-09-11 52 31 21 53.80
2023-09-11 31 16 15 41.90
2022-09-11 31 16 15 41.90
2021-09-11 32 21 11 46.90
2020-09-11 1 0 1 0.00

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