Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
11+ Admissions Guide 2026
How to get into Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
Gender
Exam Board
GL Assessment
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
HealthySchool Size
1,384 pupils
About Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls is a school where academic ambition sits alongside genuine warmth and mutual respect. Pupils here embrace the school's core values of diversity, perseverance and selflessness, creating a supportive community where students care for one another and feel confident approaching staff with any concerns. The curriculum is impressively broad, with all pupils studying two modern languages in Key Stage 3, and the school offers an extraordinary range of extracurricular activities — from coding and politics society to Indian dance and hip-hop crew. With exceptional teaching, strong careers guidance and a track record of students securing places on competitive university courses including medicine and dentistry, girls leave remarkably well-prepared for their futures.
Frequently asked questions about Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
How do I apply to Altrincham Grammar School for Girls?
Registration opens on 23 April 2026 and closes on 19 June 2026. The application deadline is 31 October 2026. Full admissions details are available on the official Altrincham Grammar School for Girls admissions page.
What subjects does Altrincham Grammar School for Girls test in the 11+?
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls tests candidates in Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
When is the Altrincham Grammar School for Girls 11+ exam?
The Altrincham Grammar School for Girls 11+ exam takes place on 14 September 2026.
Where is Altrincham Grammar School for Girls located?
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls is located in Altrincham, Cheshire, United Kingdom.
Subjects Tested
Ages & Pupils
1,384
Total pupils
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Inspected 10 November 2022
Quality of Education
OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes
OutstandingPersonal Development
OutstandingLeadership & Management
OutstandingSixth Form Provision
OutstandingAcademic Performance
Attainment 8
80.6
Average GCSE score across 8 subjects
GCSE Grade 5+
100%
Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths
School Profile
Test Format
Two tests, each approximately one hour, containing verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning and mathematics questions
Student Demographics
5.3%
Free School Meals
25.4%
English as Additional Language
0.14%
EHCP
5.2%
SEN Support