Sale Grammar School
Sale, M33 3NH · Trafford · Grammar school
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3rd 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 the 131 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.4/10 among them, against 9.7/10 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 | 94 | 35% | 3.27 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 99.5 · 100 | 30% | 3.00 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.8 · 94 | 25% | 2.35 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 75.5 · 98 | 10% | 0.99 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sale Grammar School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 96.9% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 76.1, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.8 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.6 out of 10 among them, against 9.6 out of 10 nationally. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Sketchbook Social, Community, Competition and Collaborative Art clubs, and visit museums and galleries.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,352 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,341. 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
What support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How are the art clubs structured for different skill levels?
What Ofsted said about Sale Grammar School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils and students respond exceptionally well to leaders’ and staff’s “extremely high expectations” for academic achievement, behaviour, and personal development. It highlights an “exceedingly ambitious curriculum” and a supportive environment where learners are “extremely proud to attend” and feel safe.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exemplary” behaviour and approach work with “enthusiasm and diligence,” achieving exceptionally well across the curriculum.
- Leaders have created a meticulously designed curriculum where teachers use “expert curriculum delivery” to help pupils build a “rich body of knowledge.”
- The school offers a “comprehensive extra-curricular programme” including diverse activities like the rainbow LGBTQ+ club, meeting varied pupil interests.
- Staff are “highly effective in spotting misconceptions” and quickly remedy gaps in learning, ensuring knowledge is secure in pupils’ memory.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from a “highly supportive environment” with early identification and tailored support.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “strong culture of safeguarding” permeating the school and staff being well-equipped through regular training to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 75.5 |
| 2024/25 | 76.1 |
| 2025/26 | 75.5 |
| 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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