Ashton-on-Mersey School

URN: 138123 • Sale M33 5BP

Overview

Name
Ashton-on-Mersey School
URN
138123
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE DEAN TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
68.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lee McConaghie (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01619731179
Website
Visit
Address
Cecil Avenue, Sale M33 5BP

Summary

Ashton-on-Mersey School, located in Sale, Trafford, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrollment of 1,600 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,570. The school is part of The Dean Trust, a multi-academy trust established in 2012, which aims to provide high-quality education across its eleven schools in the Greater Manchester area. The trust emphasizes the importance of creating an inclusive environment where all students can thrive, regardless of their background.

The school's ethos is centered around the principles of believing in oneself, achieving academic and social potential, and succeeding in life. Ashton-on-Mersey School offers a diverse curriculum that includes opportunities in academics, sports, and the arts, fostering the development of lifelong skills and resilience in its pupils. The school is committed to preparing students for successful futures by nurturing their talents and encouraging contributions to their communities.

With a focus on collaboration and shared resources, The Dean Trust ensures that all schools within the network work together to enhance educational outcomes. This approach aims to raise aspirations among students and support their journey towards achieving their best possible results.

Key details

LA
Trafford
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE DEAN TRUST
Capacity
1570
Pupils
1600
Boys
886
Girls
714
FSM %
15.30
Open date
2012-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1600 886 714 1570 15.30
2024-09-11 1512 814 698 1561 15.60
2023-09-11 1417 768 649 1561 15.30
2022-09-11 1417 768 649 1561 15.30
2021-09-11 1423 788 635 1561 14.40
2020-09-11 1425 775 650 1561 11.10

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