Urmston Grammar Academy
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

How to get into Urmston Grammar Academy

Grammar SchoolTrafford, North West11 days until registration closesOfsted: Good

Gender

Mixed

Exam Board

GL Assessment

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

16.2:1

Healthy

School Size

1,124 pupils

About Urmston Grammar Academy

Urmston Grammar Academy is a welcoming school where pupils are genuinely happy and take pride in being part of the community. Students here are highly motivated and thrive on academic challenge, with teachers who have strong subject knowledge and high expectations. The school offers an impressive range of enrichment opportunities, from debating and drama to Duke of Edinburgh, alongside a thoughtful careers programme that prepares students well for their futures. Sixth-form students play an active role in school life, mentoring younger pupils and modelling the respectful, supportive culture that characterises this Manchester grammar school.

Frequently asked questions about Urmston Grammar Academy

How do I apply to Urmston Grammar Academy?

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 Urmston Grammar Academy admissions page.

What subjects does Urmston Grammar Academy test in the 11+?

Urmston Grammar Academy tests candidates in Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

When is the Urmston Grammar Academy 11+ exam?

The Urmston Grammar Academy 11+ exam takes place on 14 September 2026.

Where is Urmston Grammar Academy located?

Urmston Grammar Academy is located in Manchester, Trafford, United Kingdom.

Subjects Tested

Maths

Verbal Reasoning

Non-Verbal Reasoning

Ages & Pupils

1,124

Total pupils

Ofsted Rating

Good

Overall effectiveness

Inspected 24/05/2022

Quality of Education

Good

Behaviour & Attitudes

Good

Personal Development

Good

Leadership & Management

Good

Sixth Form Provision

Good

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

71.7

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

94.7%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

Address

Newton Road, Urmston, Manchester, Trafford, M41 5UG

School Size

1,124 pupilsAbout Average

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

16.2:1Healthy

Consortium

Trafford

Student Demographics

The percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals — a widely used indicator of the proportion of children from lower-income families.

8.2%

Free School Meals

The percentage of pupils whose first language at home is something other than English. Many of these children are fully fluent in English too!

18.2%

English as Additional Language

Pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan — a legal document that describes a child's special educational needs and the support they receive.

0.71%

EHCP

Pupils receiving SEN Support — extra help in school for children with special educational needs who don't have an EHCP but still benefit from additional support.

4.89%

SEN Support

Links

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Nearby Schoolsclosest first

Mixed

NVR

Mixed

Branwood Preparatory School

Salford2.8 mi away

Mixed

Clarendon Cottage Preparatory School

Salford2.8 mi away

Urmston Grammar Academy
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

About Urmston Grammar Academy

Frequently asked questions about Urmston Grammar Academy

Subjects Tested

Ages & Pupils

Ofsted Rating

Academic Performance

School Profile

Student Demographics

Links

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Branwood Preparatory School

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