- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
56 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1190%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.1%
- Pupils
- 236
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.9
Schools in WA14
A postcode district in Trafford
- Postcode district
- 30 schools and nurseries
In short: WA14 is a postcode district in Trafford with 11 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 15 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3011 primary · 5 secondary · 15 nurseries
Top-rated
All WA14 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in WA14
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in WA14
11 in WA14, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
103 first choices, 90 offers made
Met the standard at 1180%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.0%
- Pupils
- 622
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.3
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results well above the England average.
36 first choices, 41 offers made
Met the standard at 1172%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.5%
- Pupils
- 444
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.2
Top Secondary Schools in WA14
5 in WA14, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
302 first choices, 215 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1679.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.5%
- Pupils
- 1,432
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.9
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
258 first choices, 160 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1675.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 1,075
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.8
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
Altrincham, WA14 2NL · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Girls
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
281 first choices, 209 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1677.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.9%
- Pupils
- 1,381
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.6
Nurseries in WA14
15 in WA14, highest Ofsted grade first
Bowdon Nursery School
Altrincham, WA14 3EX · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Happy Kids Nursery & Preschool
Altrincham, WA14 4TT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Homeland Day Nursery
Altrincham, WA14 1LJ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in WA14
3 in WA14, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
302 first choices, 215 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1679.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.5%
- Pupils
- 1,432
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.9
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
258 first choices, 160 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1675.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 1,075
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.8
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls
Altrincham, WA14 2NL · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Girls
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
281 first choices, 209 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1677.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.9%
- Pupils
- 1,381
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.6
Private Schools in WA14
2 in WA14. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Bowdon Preparatory School
Altrincham, WA14 2LT · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 230
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Altrincham Preparatory School
Altrincham, WA14 2RR · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11 · Boys
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 222
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in WA14, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding10
- Good10
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet8
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in WA14 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every WA14 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
WA14 has 30 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in WA14
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about WA14
Nearby areas
How many schools are in WA14?
WA14 has 30 schools, including 11 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 15 nurseries, 2 independent schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in WA14?
The highest-ranked schools in WA14 on Eduscope are Park Road Academy Primary School, Altrincham Grammar School for Boys, Loreto Grammar School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in WA14?
There are 2 independent schools in WA14. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in WA14 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in WA14?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 30 schools in WA14 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.