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Loreto Grammar School
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- Trafford WA14 4AH
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils and students achieve highly, valuing the opportunity to study a broad curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The behaviour of pupils and students is exemplary. Leaders and staff deal effectively with bullying.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are subject specialists and combine their expertise with passion for their subjects.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers make effective use of assessment strategies to address misconceptions quickly.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff love working at the school and appreciate leaders' actions to look after their well-being.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents said that staff go the extra mile to ensure that the needs of their children are met.
Communication: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give their opinions and find out what others think.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents and carers are very satisfied with the school's efforts.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders and staff deal effectively and quickly with bullying and harassment.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum that inspires pupils to succeed.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Leaders deal effectively with bullying, ensuring pupils feel safe and happy.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: There is a culture of vigilance; staff are alert to risks pupils face and act swiftly on concerns.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils benefit from a vast array of extra-curricular activities, sparking interests and complementing learning.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Teachers encourage pupils, including those with SEND, to take part in activities.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils benefit from an exceptional careers programme informing them about future steps.
Preparation for Sixth Form: A high proportion of students secure places on competitive university courses.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The needs of pupils with SEND are identified quickly and met securely in the classroom.
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About Us
Loreto Grammar School is a Secondary, Girls, Roman Catholic school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 1027 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 96% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The excellent Loreto School has 1050 pupils and 100 employees.
In fact, in 2010 we commemorated both the School Centenary and the 400th anniversary of Mary Ward's foundation of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Such a legacy serves as motivation for the School's future and our work with the young ladies under our care.
At a time when the English educational system is undergoing significant change, we take pride in the comprehensive curriculum we offer. This curriculum is dynamic, meticulously prepared, and regularly evaluated to meet the needs of the girls at every Key Stage.
We are quite proud of our global setting: we are a member of a network of more than 120 Loreto schools with 70,000 students around the world, and we have close ties to many of our sister institutions in other countries, such as India, Australia, Germany, and Spain.
I'd sum it up like this: We give our daughters a variety of educational opportunities that will assist you in moulding their beliefs, values, attitudes, and sacramental life as parents.
Above all, as a Loreto school, we strive to develop young Catholic women who will assume leadership roles in our community, country, and even the world. These are courageous women who are aware of the needs of others and dedicated to improving the world; in Mary Ward's words, they will be "No half women" and take "no half measures."
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The excellent Loreto School has 1050 pupils and 100 employees.
In fact, in 2010 we commemorated both the School Centenary and the 400th anniversary of Mary Ward's foundation of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Such a legacy serves as motivation for the School's future and our work with the young ladies under our care.
At a time when the English educational system is undergoing significant change, we take pride in the comprehensive curriculum we offer. This curriculum is dynamic, meticulously prepared, and regularly evaluated to meet the needs of the girls at every Key Stage.
We are quite proud of our global setting: we are a member of a network of more than 120 Loreto schools with 70,000 students around the world, and we have close ties to many of our sister institutions in other countries, such as India, Australia, Germany, and Spain.
I'd sum it up like this: We give our daughters a variety of educational opportunities that will assist you in moulding their beliefs, values, attitudes, and sacramental life as parents.
Above all, as a Loreto school, we strive to develop young Catholic women who will assume leadership roles in our community, country, and even the world. These are courageous women who are aware of the needs of others and dedicated to improving the world; in Mary Ward's words, they will be "No half women" and take "no half measures."
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.1 | - | 17.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 96% | 98% | 99% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 27.70% | 35.00% | 56.10% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.91 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 74.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 96% | 51.88% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 65.63% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 73% | 39.29% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 58% | 24.75% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 65% | 31.21% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.81 | 4.33 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 92.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 158 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 86.87% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 29.22% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 79% | 33.04% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 14.57% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.22% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.52% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.43% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.79 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 76.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 51% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 62.64% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 78% | 38.28% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 69% | 24.28% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 75% | 28.68% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.11 | 4.19 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 93.82% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 155 | 133 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 90.36% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 1% | 30.32% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 86% | 34.59% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 14.36% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.82% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.8 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 73.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% 3 | 48.04% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 63.17% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 87% | 34.67% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 73% 2 | 21.92% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 84% 1 | 27.63% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.9 | 3.92 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 94.23% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 151 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 88.05% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 2% | 29.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 81% | 33.95% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 15% | 14.18% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.86% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.59% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.81 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 73.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 96% 3 | 49.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 63.79% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 86% | 40.96% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 75% 6 | 26.17% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 83% 2 | 33.13% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.95 | 4.09 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 94.62% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 149 | 126 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 82.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.67% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 87% | 35.57% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 11.33% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.95% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.95% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.86% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.94 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 74 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 50.48% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 64.22% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 89% | 39.39% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 81% | 28.78% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 81% | 30.09% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 87.76% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 169 | 130 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 41.9% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 2% | 26.05% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 77% | 35.52% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 9.86% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.43% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 4.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.29% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 42.63 | 35.7 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.53 | 35.67 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.70% | 22.73% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 136 | 188 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 83% | 66.58% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 4.33% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 16.17% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 8.42% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 45.99 | 38.89 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 46 | 38.73 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 38.5% | 30.39% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 123 | 259 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 84% | 69.08% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.83% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 12.92% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.75% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 42.36 3 | 34.15 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.50 3 | 34.3 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 33.9% | 21.76% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 137 | 192 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 74% | 71.42% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 4.92% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 14.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 5.92% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 39.54 | 33.54 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.79 | 34.2 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 29.6% | 20.16% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 6.73% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.45% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 9.82% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 39.02 | 31.61 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.43 | 34.08 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.8% | 18.58% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 10 | 27.15% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.15% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 16.62% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.46% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Loreto Grammar School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1