
Saint Ambrose College is a Catholic state-funded grammar school located in Altrincham, Cheshire, with a strong academic reputation. It serves boys aged 11 to 18, with a current enrollment of 1,091 students, slightly exceeding its capacity of 1,050. The school operates as an academy converter under the governance of The Gaudete Trust and the Laetare Multi-Academy Trust, enjoying affiliations with the Edmund Rice Schools Network and the Diocese of Shrewsbury. Set in an urban environment, it attracts a diverse and selective intake from the surrounding community. The school’s motto, 'Vitam Impendere Vero' or 'Live Life by the Truth,' reflects its commitment to providing education rooted in Catholic values and academic excellence.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. AI-generated editorial content is reviewed for accuracy. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
4 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· S5 Inspection
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Section 8 (did not convert)
Section 8 deemed section 5 (excluding short inspections)