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Loreto Grammar School
Dunham Road, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 4AH, Trafford
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
98.2 / 100
Top 2%
Better than 98% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,072
Capacity
1,041
Ages
11–18
Gender
Girls
Occupancy
103%
Faith
Roman Catholic
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and exceptional GCSE results, this secondary school boasts an Attainment 8 score of 73.7, placing it in the top 2% nationally. The impressive 98% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, while 92% secure grade 5 or higher, indicating strong academic performance. Additionally, the school's high EBacc entry rate of 81% reflects its commitment to a broad and rigorous curriculum, making it a compelling choice for parents seeking quality education.
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Last inspected: 28 September 2022Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 73.7 | Top 2% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 98% | Top 4% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 92% | Top 4% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 81% | Top 3% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 76% | Top 3% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British56.5%
Black African10.3%
Asian Indian8.3%
White Other8.0%
Asian Chinese3.1%
Asian Other2.8%
White Irish2.5%
Mixed Other2.3%
Black Other1.5%
Mixed W+Asian1.4%
Mixed W+B African1.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
Other0.5%
Asian Pakistani0.1%
Black Caribbean0.1%
Location
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53.38826, -2.35725 · WA14 4AH
School details
Local authorityTrafford
RegionNorth West
URN138464
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.loretogrammar.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Loreto Grammar School rated by Ofsted?
Loreto Grammar School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 September 2022.
Is Loreto Grammar School a good school?
Loreto Grammar School scores 98.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 2% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Loreto Grammar School in GCSEs?
Loreto Grammar School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 73.7. 98% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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