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Situated conveniently close to the town of Altrincham, North Cestrian Grammar School offers a safe and caring environment in which pupils thrive. As befits a small school of three hundred pupils, attention to the individual is a reality, not an empty phrase. Over the years the School has proved in its ability not only to cater for able pupils but also to nurture those whose academic potential lay unrecognised or undeveloped. The School has long catered for boys aged 11-18 and girls in a co-educational Sixth Form but from September 2008 girls were admitted lower down the School as North Cestrian became fully co-educational in response to parental demands.
Under the guidance of a dedicated team of teachers, each pupil is encouraged to make the most of his or her talents. The School has a proven record of academic success at GCSE and a strong Six Form offering a wide range of 'A' Levels taught in small sets. There is a comprehensive programme of careers and Higher Education advice and a strong tradition of entry to university.
The School is housed in a fine Victorian mansion with recent building providing excellent teaching accommodation including five laboratories, Suites for Music Technology, Computers and Design Technology and a Language Laboratory. The Art Centre has special provision for photography and ceramics, and there are specialist suites for most departments, in addition to a well-equipped Sports Hall and 20 acre Sports Ground. There is a new Library, a recently completed School Hall and work is about to begin on a new three-storey science block.
North Cestrian provides a wide range of extra-curricular activities which enable each pupil to excel in some area, thus building his confidence and self-esteem. National and county honours have been gained in hockey, athletics, swimming and football. Holidays both at home and abroad, the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, public speaking, chess, music, drama and an extensive charity programme are a reflection of the care taken at North Cestrian to oversee the development of the whole pupil in a friendly, family, atmosphere.
There are a limited number of bursaries and competitive scholarships on offer each year.
Visits are always welcome and the Headmaster is pleased to show prospective parents around the School during the normal working day. Please contact the School Office to make an appointment.
Age range: 11 - 18
Day pupils: 294 boys and 30 girls
Annual day fees: £7,980 - £7,980
This school does not offer flexi-boarding.
TOTAL PUPILS: 294 boys and 30 girls, including 54 boys and 8 girls in the 6th form
Staff numbers: 24 full time and 6 part time
Method of entry: Entry test or exam
Accreditations and affiliations: ISC, SHMIS, ISA Independent, AGBIS, ISBA
Religious affiliation: All denominations welcome, Non-denominational
Teaching languages: English
Please note that as most schools offer the core subjects, such as Maths, Geography, Sciences, History, Art and Religious education, these are not included as searches.
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The school offers: Academic, Financial need, 6th Form
Exam boards: Edexcel Foundation, AQA, OCR, WJEC, AS Level, GCSE
% pass rate at grades A* to C (exams at age 16): 84%% pass rate (exams at age 18): 99%
16 courses are offered for age 18 exams
94% of pupils went on to Higher Education or took a Gap Year
This school provides for individual pupils with these needs:
Autistic Spectrum of Difficulties
Hearing Impairment (HI)
Visual Impairment (VI)
Physical Disabilities
Dyslexia or Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)
Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
Aspergers Syndrome
Delicate/Medical Conditions
Epilepsy
This school offers therapeutic input for EBD pupils.
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