At a Glance
Assessment: CEM 11 Plus
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Girls Only
Places per year: 204
Competition: High
Introduction
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls is a selective academy for girls in Altrincham, Cheshire. Altrincham Grammar School for Girls is part of the Bright Futures Educational Trust, which offers the students and staff the opportunity to work with other schools within the Bright Futures Trust and get additional support. Altrincham Grammar School for Girls value the diversity found within their school, and that it is an inclusive place. The aims of Altrincham Grammar School for Girls are to; inspire, encourage, enrich, and educate their students so that they may make more informed decisions with confidence and excellence. The school values include: Unity, Co-operation, Empowerment, Selflessness, Perseverance, and Vision.
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls performs exceptionally well academically. In 2019, which is the last reliable source for these stats, 99% of students achieved a 5+ in Maths and English at GCSE, with 99% of students taking the EBacc (English Baccalaureate). The Progress 8 score for Altrincham Grammar School for Girls is “Well above average” with a very high score of 0.91. The Attainment 8 score was 78.6, 32 points above the national average and 22 points above the local average.
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls has a very high number of applicants for its 11 Plus entry exam, as such every place is very competitive, not only this but the test is very difficult. Only approximately 25% of applicants pass the admission test, as such appropriate preparation is very important, 11 Plus Hero can help with that. We offer past papers and other resources to give your child the best chance possible at succeeding.
Key Information regarding Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
Important information should you wish to visit or contact Altrincham Grammar School for Girls. There is also information regarding student intake numbers and student capacity.
School Address
Full Address:
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls, Cavendish Road, BowdonAltrincham
Cheshire
WA14 2NL
Contact Information
Parking in the school
- There is some parking at the school, there is also on-street parking nearby.
- Car Park: Trafford Council, Cecil Road, 33 Cecil Road, Trafford, WA14 9NT, a 9 minute walk from the school.
- Car Park: Trafford Council, Victoria Road, 1 Victoria Road, Trafford, WA14 9AF, an 11 minute walk from the school.
Key Information for Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
PAN for Year 7 intake (2023)
Total Student Capacity Years 7 to 13 (2022)
Total Students Years 7 to 13 (2022)
Percentage Capacity (2022)
Latest Ofsted Rating (2008)
Selection Test
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls’ Key Dates and Application Information
Dates for Key events to do with Altrincham Grammar School for Girls 11 Plus admission process.
Open Evening
Entry Exam Registration
Entry Exam Date
Entry Exam Results Date
Common Application form (CAF) Deadline
Application Documents for Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
Here are some important links that will help you with admission and the entry exam.
Unfortunately the link for Altrincham Grammar School for Girls’ 2023 admissions policy is broken. We have provided the link for the 2022 policy instead.
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls Admissions Policy 2022-2023
View PDFRegistration for the Entry Exam
View PDFAdmission Timetable for Trafford Grammar Schools CEM Consortium
View PDFFamiliarisation Materials - Word Choice
View PDFFamiliarisation Materials - Non-Verbal Reasoning
View PDFFamiliarisation Materials - Maths
View PDFFamiliarisation Materials - Comprehension
View PDFAltrincham Grammar School for Girls Exam Format
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls’ 11 Plus entry exam is provided by CEM and is common to all of the grammar schools in the Trafford Grammar Schools CEM Consortium (“TGSCC”).
The Altrincham Grammar School for Girls Entry Exam: Overview
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls uses exams from CEM for their entry exams. The entry exam consists of two tests taken on the same day, with each being an hour long. There will be a short break between the tests, snacks will not be provided so it is advised that you bring your own. The test will consist of questions testing Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Mathematics.
Two papers
Questions on Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Maths
Each paper is 1 hour long
| English | Maths | Verbal Reasoning | Non-Verbal Reasoning | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✖✖ | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✖✖ |
Catchment Area
Pass Criteria
Applicants who achieve the qualifying score of 334 are qualified for admission. Applicants who do not qualify for admission will not be admitted.
Catchment area
The catchment area for Altrincham Grammar School for Girls is defined as an 8-mile radius from the entrance to the school, with greatest priority given to those living closest to the school. A map showing the catchment area can be viewed at the school office.
Additional eligibilities
- Applicants who achieve a qualifying score of 324 to 333 and are eligible for “Looked After Children” or “Pupil Premium” will be qualified for admission.
Applicants must have achieved the relevant qualifying score in order to be admitted. They will be admitted in the following order, followed by students who do not have additional eligibility.
- Applicants who are eligible for “Education, Health and Care Plan” will be admitted regardless of distance from the school.
- “Looked After Children” will be admitted regardless of where they live.
- “Pupil Premium” children who live within the catchment area will be admitted
- Girls who have a sister currently attending Altrincham Grammar School for Girls who live within the catchment area will be admitted.
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls FAQs
The pass mark for Altrincham Grammar School for Girls 11 Plus entry exam is a mark of 334, or 324-334 if you qualify for “Pupil Premium” or “Looked After Children”.
The exam is a CEM exam consisting of Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Maths questions. There will be 2 tests, each an hour long.
There are some in the links section provided by Altrincham Grammar School for Girls.
It is advised that applicants consider tuition as early as Year 4 but more commonly in Year 5.
1288 students sat the entrance exam for Altrincham Grammar School for Girls in 2021.
373 students achieved the pass mark for Altrincham Grammar School for Girls in 2021.
100% of successful applicants lived in the catchment area
- 2018 entry – 11.18 miles
- 2019 entry – 8.478 miles
- 2020 entry – 6.788 miles
- 2021 entry – 10.737 miles
- 2022 entry – 7.928 miles
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