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Saint Ambrose College
Altrincham·North West·Academy·boys
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SecondaryAcademyboysAges 11–18Roman Catholic
Saint Ambrose College is a secondary academy in Altrincham, North West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Saint Ambrose College has a Progress 8 score of +1.04 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 73.7, 99% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of B.
The school has 1,091 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 15.6%, 6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.4%.
After leaving Saint Ambrose College, student destinations include 82% going on to university and 5% entering apprenticeships.
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Saint Ambrose College has a Progress 8 score of +1.04, which is above the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 73.7. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
99% of students at Saint Ambrose College achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Saint Ambrose College achieve an average A-Level grade of B. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Saint Ambrose College has an overall absence rate of 4.4%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Saint Ambrose College is 15.6%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Saint Ambrose College has 1,091 pupils on roll.
6% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Saint Ambrose College, 82% go on to university and 5% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Saint Ambrose College was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in February 2020 (6 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Saint Ambrose College is overdue for reinspection.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Saint Ambrose College's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
0/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
0/mo
NaN% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 11.1 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.4
Bus Stops
17
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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This inspection was 6 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Parent View
Would Recommend
94%
Child is Happy
65%
Child Feels Safe
68%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.