MixedIndependent

Trinity School

Stalybridge, Tameside, North West · SK15 1SH

With just over 100 pupils across an age range stretching from nursery to GCSE, Trinity School offers a notably intimate setting in Stalybridge. This mixed independent school has a Christian character and takes pupils through to age 16. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated it good overall at its most recent inspection, while singling out pupils' personal development as excellent. For families seeking a small, close-knit community led by head Mr Christopher O'Gorman, the scale here is a defining feature.

104

Pupils

good

ISI

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
3-16
Pupils
104
Location
Stalybridge, Tameside, North West
Website
www.trinityschool.org.uk
Telephone
0161 303 0674

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Mr Christopher O'Gorman

Latest results

Attainment 8

52.4

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

27%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Trinity's average Attainment 8 score of 52.4 sits comfortably above the national average of 46.9, suggesting pupils make solid progress across their GCSE subjects. The picture on the headline grade 5 measure is more nuanced: 27% achieve grade 5 or above in both English and Maths, below the national figure of 47%. Teaching is geared towards GCSE qualifications, and the small cohort allows for close attention to individual pupils.

Sixth form

Qualifications offered

GCSE

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
Christian
Boarding
No

Inspection reports

ISI rating
good
ISI personal development
excellent
Last inspected
30 April 2024
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The last word

A small Christian independent where personal development is rated excellent and pupils are well known to staff. Best suited to families who value a tight community over a large school.

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Trinity School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Trinity School located?

Trinity School is located at Birbeck Street, Off High Street, Stalybridge, SK15 1SH.

What type of school is Trinity School?

Trinity School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.

How many pupils attend Trinity School?

Trinity School has approximately 104 pupils on roll.

What is Trinity School's inspection rating?

Trinity School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 30 April 2024.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.