Stretford High School
Manchester, M32 0XA · Trafford · secondary school
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11th of 18 secondary schools in Trafford we can score, 19 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.7/10 against 416 of them, against 5.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 43.9 · 47 | 30% | 1.41 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.07 · 55 | 25% | 1.38 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 46.5 · 53 | 10% | 0.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stretford High School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 36.8% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 44.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.07 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Table Tennis and K-pop clubs, play football and badminton, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,000 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,000. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to raise their Attainment 8 scores above the national median? What specific support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8? How are the Table Tennis and K-pop clubs structured for new members?
What Ofsted said about Stretford High School
Overview
Stretford High School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a calm and orderly atmosphere where pupils feel a strong sense of belonging and are proud of the school’s diversity. Leaders and governors work closely to refine the quality of education, ensuring staff are supported and proud of their work.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit polite and respectful interactions, creating a welcoming environment where they feel free to be themselves.
- The curriculum is broad and ambitious, with a high-quality focus on personal development through programmes like ‘CARE’ and ‘everything else’.
- Teachers are knowledgeable and explain new information clearly, allowing learning to proceed undisturbed in most lessons.
- Vulnerable pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, receive rigorous support to access the curriculum successfully.
- Governors bring expertise to their roles and prioritise staff well-being and collaborative curriculum development.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use assessment strategies more effectively to identify and remedy gaps in pupils’ knowledge before introducing new content, preventing misconceptions from developing.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 47.3 |
| 2024/25 | 44.4 |
| 2025/26 | 46.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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