Stretford Grammar School 11+

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How to get into Stretford Grammar School

Stretford Grammar School is a selective secondary school in Greater Manchester. To get into Stretford Grammar School children need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your child into Stretford Grammar School with all the important information you need to know.

Admission Requirements

Children born between 1st September 2014 and 31st August 2015 are eligible for Year 7 entry in September 2026 (see key dates) All information with regard to admission to Year 7 for September 2026 is available on the school website from 3rd April 2025. Stretford Grammar School is currently oversubscribed and there are no places available in year 7 – 11 for in-year transfers, indicating significant demand for places [1].

Families must register for the Trafford 11+ examination by 20th June 2025 (see key dates) and achieve a qualifying score of 334 For your child to qualify for a place at Stretford Grammar School your child must gain a qualifying score of 334. The school is part of the Trafford Grammar Schools Consortium alongside four other grammar schools Altrincham Grammar School for Boys, Altrincham Grammar School for Girls, Sale Grammar School, Stretford Grammar School and Urmston Grammar are using the same entrance exam [1].

Children must also be named on the Local Authority Common Application Form by 31st October 2025 (see key dates) You must also complete your Local Authority's Common Application Form which, in Trafford, must be returned to the Local Authority by 31st October 2025. Please be aware that achieving the qualifying score is not an offer of a place, as the school uses oversubscription criteria when demand exceeds available places [1].

All images © Stretford Grammar School.
All images © Stretford Grammar School.

Application Process

The application process involves two separate but essential steps that families must complete. All information with regard to admission to Year 7 for September 2026 is available on the school website from 3rd April 2025 and you are able to apply online from Thursday 24th April 2025 until Friday 20th June 2025 for the entrance examination registration [1].

Families must first register online for the Trafford 11+ examination between 24th April 2025 and 20th June 2025 (see key dates) Registration for the Trafford 11 plus opens on Thursday 24th April 2025 and closes on Friday 20th June 2025. On receipt of your application to sit the entrance exam we will send you a confirmation email confirming the registration [1].

Details of the examination day, an attendance slip and a Special Circumstances Form will be posted to you by Thursday 4th September 2025 (see key dates). Your child must bring the Attendance Form on the day of the test with a photograph attached. If your child does not have the correct Attendance Form and photo ID on the day of the test, they will not be allowed to sit the examination [1].

All images © Stretford Grammar School.
All images © Stretford Grammar School.

The second step requires completing the Local Authority Common Application Form by 31st October 2025 (see key dates) You must ensure that you have named Stretford Grammar School as a preference on the Local Authority's Common Application Form if you wish to be considered for Stretford Grammar School. For specific guidance on forms and documentation, contact details are available in the school information section[1].

Examination Details

The Trafford 11+ examination takes place on Monday 15th September 2025 (see key dates) We wish to announce that the Trafford Consortium's entrance examination will take place on Monday 15th September 2025. This consists of two one-hour papers with a short break in-between [1].

The examination covers three key areas through multiple-choice questions The papers are entirely multiple-choice and consist of questions in: Maths: based on the Key Stage 2 national curriculum. The papers also include Verbal Reasoning that assesses logical thinking and reading comprehension skills, plus Non-Verbal Reasoning testing pattern recognition and spatial awareness Verbal reasoning: solving problems with written information. This also includes some reading comprehension · Non-verbal reasoning: solving problem with visual information, such as shapes, diagrams and pictures [1].

All images © Stretford Grammar School.
All images © Stretford Grammar School.

The exam will take place on Monday 15th September 2025 and you'll receive your child's results in mid-October (see key dates). The examination results will be communicated to parents prior to 31st October 2025, allowing families to make informed decisions for their Common Application Form submission [1].

Oversubscription Criteria

When qualified applicants exceed available places, Stretford Grammar School applies strict oversubscription criteria in the following priority order. If the number of qualifying applicants is greater than the number of places available, then the places will be awarded as follows to qualifying applicants: Looked After Children and all previously Looked After Children receive the highest priority [1].

Pupil Premium – 32 Places will be allocated to students on Pupil Premium, irrespective of distance, demonstrating the school's commitment to social mobility. If fewer than 32 children eligible for the pupil premium achieve the test pass mark of 334, then pupils scoring more than 324 will be prioritised in order of test score until the 32 places are filled [1].

The top 20 scoring candidates, irrespective of home residence, will be allocated a place, followed by children with siblings already at the school Children who will have a sibling attending the School within Years 7 to 11 at the time of admission. Finally, Successful candidates who live within the immediate area of the school; being M32, M33, M41, M17, M15 and M16 (both within Trafford and Manchester), and including M21 receive priority, with distance used as the final tie-breaker [1].

Preparation Guidance

Effective preparation for the Trafford 11+ requires a structured approach throughout Year 5 and into Year 6. For children aged 10–11, child psychologists recommend regular study sessions of 20–30 minutes. Families should focus on building strong foundations in Key Stage 2 Mathematics, developing reading comprehension skills, and practising both verbal and non-verbal reasoning techniques.

Consistent practice is essential, with many education professionals recommending that children scoring 75-80% consistently in practice tests are well-positioned for success Pupils who are able to score 75-80%+ consistently in our 11+ practice tests should be on track to pass the Stretford Grammar School 11+ test. Children should become familiar with multiple-choice question formats and develop effective time management skills across both examination papers.

For comprehensive preparation materials, families should explore practice papers and resources specifically designed for the Trafford 11+ format. Additional support through qualified tutoring services can be found through specialist 11+ tutoring options. Families should also consider attending the school's Open Evening to gain valuable insights into the school environment and expectations [1].

Practical Advice

Successful examination preparation extends beyond academic readiness to include practical considerations for the examination day. Children should arrive well-rested and having eaten a nutritious breakfast, bringing the required Attendance Form with photograph Your child must bring the Attendance Form on the day of the test with a photograph attached as failure to provide these documents will result in exclusion from the examination [1].

Families should carefully consider their choice of examination centre, as In the event our exam centre reaches its maximum capacity then ALL spaces will be reallocated by distance i.e. those living closest to the exam centre will be given priority. The school recommends choosing the nearest centre to the family home, even if that school is not a preferred choice [1].

Given the competitive nature of grammar school admissions, families should develop realistic backup options within Greater Manchester. Achieving 334 or higher doesn't guarantee that your child will be offered a place at their target school due to oversubscription. Parents/carers should note that although Stretford Grammar School will inform them of their child's assessment result prior to 31st October 2025, allocation letters will be sent on National Allocation Day, the 1st March 2026 (see key dates) [1].

For detailed advice on special circumstances, appeals procedures, or specific admission queries, families should contact the school directly through the school information section. The school provides dedicated support for families throughout the admissions process and can offer guidance on individual circumstances that may affect applications [1].

Trafford 11+ Information

In order to get into Stretford Grammar School, children need to pass the Trafford 11+. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.

Trafford 11+ Subjects & Structure

The Trafford 11+ requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:

  • Maths
  • Verbal Reasoning
  • Non-verbal Reasoning

The 11 plus exam for Stretford Grammar School is a challenging assessment that evaluates a child's academic abilities across multiple disciplines. The exam comprises two papers, each lasting one hour, with a brief respite between them. Both papers are entirely multiple-choice, allowing for efficient and standardized evaluation of the candidates' skills.

The Maths section of the exam is based on the Key Stage 2 national curriculum, ensuring that the questions align with the knowledge and proficiency expected of students at this educational level. The Verbal Reasoning section assesses the child's ability to solve problems using written information, including reading comprehension tasks. This section evaluates the candidate's capacity to analyze and interpret textual data effectively.

Lastly, the Non-verbal Reasoning section challenges the child's problem-solving skills using visual information, such as shapes, diagrams, and pictures. This section tests the candidate's aptitude for pattern recognition, spatial awareness, and logical thinking. By incorporating these diverse subject areas, the Stretford Grammar School 11 plus exam provides a comprehensive assessment of a child's academic potential.

Other Schools using Trafford 11+

As well as Stretford Grammar School, several other schools also use Trafford 11+. These are:

Trafford 11+ Marking Process

The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Stretford Grammar School is that only children with particularly high marks are admitted. Hence why it is important that children perform well in their 11+ papers.

Different schools (and different 11+ tests) have different marking processes. Some tests are marked in person, some remotely, while others utilise computer-based optical recognition technologies for quickly marking multiple-choice answer sheets.

Most 11+ tests are multiple-choice and marked electronically but still some remain that are marked by teachers or examiners.
Most 11+ tests are multiple-choice and marked electronically but still some remain that are marked by teachers or examiners.

Many 11+ tests are age-standardised to ensure younger children are not disadvantaged (i.e. their marks may be moderated depending on the month in which they were born). While creative writing papers can be used as tie-breakers, multiple-choice tests in Maths, Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning normally make up the bulk of a child's marks. The specific details and weightings can vary from year to year.

It's worth remembering that once children's 11+ tests are being marked, the admissions process is completely outside of the parents' control. Hence, parents should not worry themselves about whether their child has got a place!

Trafford 11+ Pass Mark

The pass mark for the Trafford 11+ changes every year and isn't generally made public knowledge. This is due to the academic strength of the children taking the test varying and how challenging the test ends up being (as well as plenty of other smaller variables).

Stop worrying! Once the 11+ marking has started the admissions process is out of your control.
Stop worrying! Once the 11+ marking has started the admissions process is out of your control.

Hence, as a vague rule-of-thumb, it's recommended that children aim for roughly 75-80% in their practice tests. Whilst this won't guarantee them a place at Stretford Grammar School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.

Key Dates for the Stretford Grammar School 11+ Entrance Tests

Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into Stretford Grammar School) as well as other relevant dates.

DateEventCalendar Link
24/04/2025Trafford 11 Plus Registration Opens At Midday
20/06/2025Trafford 11 Plus Registration Closes At Midday
26/06/2025Stretford Grammar School Open Evening
04/09/2025Final Exam Details Are Sent To Registered Families By This Date
15/09/2025Trafford 11 Plus Exam
Late OctoberNational Deadline To Apply For Secondary School Places
02/03/2026Secondary School National Offers Day

Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Stretford Grammar School as they may well change.

11+ Tutor for Stretford Grammar School

As the Trafford 11+ entrance process is particularly gruelling, we would highly recommend using an 11+ private tutor.

Why use a private 11+ tutor?

Personal tutors have the experience and expertise to help children pass their 11+ exams. They know the requirements of the GL Assessment 11+ tests inside-out and can provide tailored support to give children the best possible chance of success. It's also important to bear in mind that plenty of other children will be using private tutors too.

11+ tutors don't need to be face-to-face, plenty of children use online 11+ tutors.

11+ tutors help ensure preparation work gets done!
11+ tutors help ensure preparation work gets done!

11+ tutors can also provide regular progress reports and feedback, helping parents to monitor their child's progress and make any necessary adjustments to their preparation.

Most importantly, using an 11+ tutor helps ensure that the preparation work gets done!

Private 11+ Tutors for the Stretford Grammar School 11+ Tests

We have a range of private tutors who specialise in preparing children for the Stretford Grammar School 11+ entrance tests. Please click here to be put in touch with a range of excellent 11+ private tutors from our friends at exams.courses.

11+ Past Papers for Stretford Grammar School

Here are all available past 11+ papers for Stretford Grammar School. Please note that this may include 11+ past papers, past familiarisation booklets, past practice materials published by third parties and past 11+ exam guides written by the school. These materials are provided 'as-is' and may no longer reflect the subjects, format, structure or exam board that Stretford Grammar School currently uses.

The exam board (or test supplier) that Stretford Grammar School chooses to use for their 11+ entrance tests can change and we encourage you to check directly with the school.

As well as these past 11+ papers, you may find our extensive collection of 11+ practice papers helpful for your child's preparation.

Exam BoardSubject11+ Past Paper
CEM*
Now use GL Assessment
Mixed

11+ Practice Papers for Stretford Grammar School

Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Trafford 11+ Ensure you double-check with Stretford Grammar School which subjects and topics your child's 11+ tests are in to ensure you prepare for the right tests.

This is just a sample of our extensive collection of 11+ practice papers. Please click here to see the full collection.

11+ Practice Papers for Stretford Grammar School by Bond

These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by Bond and cover and cover all the main 11+ subjects: English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. As such they are very helpful for children hoping to pass the Trafford 11+ to get into Stretford Grammar School.

Exam BoardSubjectQuestion BookletAnswers
GL AssessmentEnglish
GL AssessmentMaths
GL AssessmentNon-Verbal Reasoning
GL AssessmentVerbal Reasoning
GL AssessmentMixed

11+ Practice Papers for Stretford Grammar School by GL Assessment

These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by GL Assessment themselves. As with the Bond papers, they cover all the main 11+ subjects: English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. They remain useful and we encourage parents to download and use them with their children to help them get into Stretford Grammar School.

Exam BoardSubjectAnswer SheetQuestion BookletAnswers
GL AssessmentEnglish
GL AssessmentMaths
GL AssessmentNon-Verbal Reasoning
GL AssessmentVerbal Reasoning
GL AssessmentMixed

11+ Practice Papers for Stretford Grammar School by Exam Ninja

These Free 11+ Practice Tests by Exam Ninja are extremely useful. They are straight-forward 10-question tests in Maths and English, following the same GL Assessment style (and multiple-choice format) as the Trafford 11+.

Exam BoardSubjectQuestion BookletAnswers
GL AssessmentMaths
GL AssessmentEnglish

11+ Practice Papers for Stretford Grammar School by Owl Tutors

These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published by Owl Tutors. These too are written in a GL Assessment style and make useful practice for children hoping to get into Stretford Grammar School.

Exam BoardSubjectQuestion BookletAnswers
GL AssessmentEnglish
GL AssessmentWriting
GL AssessmentMaths
GL AssessmentVerbal Reasoning

11+ Practice Papers for Stretford Grammar School by CGP

These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published by CGP and we thank them for granting us permission to distribute them. As with the Bond, GL Assessment and Exam Ninja papers, they're written for the GL Assessment style, in multiple-choice format and are helpful for children hoping to pass their 11+ tests and get into Stretford Grammar School.

Exam BoardSubjectAnswer SheetQuestion BookletAnswers
GL AssessmentMaths
GL AssessmentEnglish
GL AssessmentVerbal Reasoning
GL AssessmentNon-Verbal Reasoning

These Free CEM 11+ Practice Papers were published by CGP and we thank them for granting us permission to distribute them. If Stretford Grammar School ever used them then they don't anymore as grammar schools no longer use CEM for any of their 11+ entrance tests. However, as a general practice tool these 11+ tests remain useful.

Exam BoardSubjectAnswer SheetQuestion BookletAnswers
CEMMaths
CEMVerbal Reasoning
CEMNon-Verbal Reasoning

11+ Practice Papers for Stretford Grammar School by 11+ For You

These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by "11+ For You".

Exam BoardSubjectQuestion BookletAnswers
GL AssessmentVerbal Reasoning

11+ Practice Papers for Stretford Grammar School by Independent Junction

These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by Independent Junction.

Exam BoardSubjectQuestion BookletAnswers
GL AssessmentVerbal Reasoning

11+ Practice Papers for Stretford Grammar School by IPS

These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by IPS (Internet Primary School Ltd).

Exam BoardSubjectAnswer SheetQuestion BookletAnswers
GL AssessmentVerbal Reasoning
GL AssessmentMaths

11+ Practice Papers for Stretford Grammar School by Schofield & Sims

These 11+ practice papers were published by Schofield & Sims, a large UK educational publisher.

Exam BoardSubjectQuestion BookletAnswers
GL AssessmentVerbal Reasoning
GL AssessmentMaths

School Information

Below you will find further information about Stretford Grammar School together with their admissions contact details.

Stretford Grammar School is a mixed gender grammar school (i.e. both girls and boys).
Stretford Grammar School is a mixed gender grammar school (i.e. both girls and boys).
Address
Stretford Grammar School,
Granby Road, Stretford,
Manchester,
Greater Manchester
M32 8JB
School Website
Telephone01618652293
Email Addressadmissions@stretfordgrammar.com
GenderMixed (both girls and boys)
Total Year 7 Places160
Total Pupils (Girls/Boys)949 (433 Girls / 516 Boys)
Headteacher Mr Michael Mullins

Stretford Grammar School is a mixed (i.e. both girls and boys) school. It is also a local authority maintained school, meaning the local authority oversee the funding, admissions, and overall performance of the school.

In total 949 pupils attend Stretford Grammar School and it's led by the Headteacher, Mr Michael Mullins.

Stretford Grammar School Location

Below you will find a map showing the school's location:

Ofsted Information

Stretford Grammar School was last inspected by Ofsted on 22/04/2015 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 14/05/2015, declaring that the school was 'Good'. This information is summarised in the table below along with a link to the full report.

Stretford Grammar School obtained <strong>Good</strong> in their last Ofsted inspection in 2015.
Stretford Grammar School obtained Good in their last Ofsted inspection in 2015.

Last Ofsted Report Data

Date InspectedInspection Duration (Days)Reporting DateRatingFull Report
22/04/2015114/05/2015GoodFull Report

GCSE & A-Level Subjects

Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Stretford Grammar School for the 2022-23 academic year.

GCSE Subjects Offered
  • English Language (159 pupils)
  • English Literature (159 pupils)
  • Mathematics (159 pupils)
  • Religious Studies (155 pupils)
  • Geography (109 pupils)
  • Biology (105 pupils)
  • Chemistry (105 pupils)
  • Physics (105 pupils)
  • Business Studies:Single (73 pupils)
  • Spanish (64 pupils)
  • History (58 pupils)
  • Computer Studies/Computing (54 pupils)
  • Science: Double Award (54 pupils)
  • Art & Design (44 pupils)
  • French (33 pupils)
  • Design & Technology (32 pupils)
  • Physical Education/Sports Studies (18 pupils)
  • Music (14 pupils)
  • D&T Food Technology (11 pupils)
  • Drama & Theatre Studies (9 pupils)
  • Arabic (6 pupils)
A-Level Subjects Offered
  • Biology (38 pupils)
  • Mathematics (38 pupils)
  • Chemistry (35 pupils)
  • Psychology (27 pupils)
  • Computer Studies / Computing (13 pupils)
  • Sociology (13 pupils)
  • Geography (11 pupils)
  • Religious Studies (11 pupils)
  • Economics (10 pupils)
  • English Language (10 pupils)
  • Mathematics (Further) (10 pupils)
  • Physics (9 pupils)
  • Business Studies:Single (8 pupils)

GCSE & A-Level Performance

Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Stretford Grammar School per subject. Note that this may include children taking GCSEs early (e.g. taking a language GCSE in Year 10) or indeed a child in Year 12 retaking a GCSE.

GCSE Results Information (2022-23)

SubjectTotal Pupils Grades Achieved
U123456789
Arabic6--------12
Art & Design44----28101293
Biology105----31021282319
Business Studies:Single73----21318191110
Chemistry105----4623291923
Computer Studies/Computing54----66138138
Design & Technology32---1-486103
English Language159---231538343134
English Literature159----61337293933
D&T Food Technology11-----11-72
French331--1-56686
Geography109---13625272224
History58---467149710
Mathematics159----52033452927
Music14-----22631
Physics105---12619262426
Religious Studies155--1-11327433535
Spanish64----1710141913
Drama & Theatre Studies9-----1314-
Physical Education/Sports Studies18----34821-
Science: Double Award54----------

A-Level Results Information (2022-23)

SubjectTotal Pupils Grades Achieved
UEDCBAA*
Biology38-1452032
Business Studies:Single8-1213-1
Chemistry35-2441932
Computer Studies / Computing13---5-44
Economics10-13311-
English Language10--127--
Geography11---3341
Mathematics38-2481077
Mathematics (Further)10--11251
Physics9-22122-
Psychology27--35874
Religious Studies11-11432-
Sociology13-212251

FAQ

Is Stretford Grammar School hard to get into?

Yes, Stretford Grammar School is hard to get into! Children need to pass their challenging 11+ entrance test (with a high pass mark) and there's tough competition with many other children trying to get a place for Year 7.

Is Stretford Grammar School a private school?

No, Stretford Grammar School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.

Is Stretford Grammar School free?

Yes, Stretford Grammar School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Stretford Grammar School won't cost you any money.

How do I get my child into Stretford Grammar School?

You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Stretford Grammar School for how up to date information on how to apply (it may be automatic or it may require some forms to be filled in). More information on their 11+ entrance test can be found here.

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