St Ambrose Prep School

Wicker Lane, Hale Barns, WA15 0HF

Independent school for ages 3–11 in Hale Barns. Mixed intake, Roman Catholic.

St Ambrose Prep School is a Roman Catholic independent preparatory school in Trafford, teaching around 125 boys and girls aged 3 to 11. It has nursery classes.

Its ISI inspection in November 2023 found standards met, including safeguarding.

The school says it is based in Hale Barns near Altrincham and welcomes children from a wide area around Cheshire and Greater Manchester. It describes a Catholic ethos, a rich curriculum and a happy, secure environment where pupils are encouraged to become independent learners.

Ages 3–11 · Primary age

127 pupils · On roll

Independent school · Mixed

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