Independent SeniorCo-educationalOfsted · Requires improvement

Greater Manchester Independent School

Manchester · M35 0UF

AAB+ A-level

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9–7 GCSE

0%

Day fees

£14k

Inspection

Requires improvement

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Greater Manchester Independent School is a small, coeducational day school in the northern suburbs of Manchester serving pupils from age 11 through sixth form. With only 46 pupils on roll, it offers a highly personalised learning environment where individual attention and tailored support are cornerstones of the educational philosophy. The school operates as an emerging independent provider in a competitive regional market, positioned to serve families seeking an alternative to larger state and independent institutions.

  • →Intimate class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratio enabling individualised attention
  • →Flexible entry points (11, 13, 16) and mixed-ability teaching approach
  • →Accessible day-school model without boarding complexity in a Manchester location

Who thrives here

Pupils who thrive in smaller communities, those requiring high levels of pastoral care and academic scaffolding, and families seeking a non-selective or low-pressure entry path into independent education.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports30th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeIndependent Senior · Day
Number of pupils46
Age range11–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£13.5k/yr
Settingsuburban
LocationPostcode M35 0UF places the school in north Manchester (Crumpsall/Cheetham Hill area); good bus access and near Metrolink; rail links via Crumpsall station to Manchester Piccadilly.

Contact & visit

Unit 3 Peel St, Failsworth, Failsworth

Manchester

M35 0UF

01612228168
Miss Louise Hodson, Head

Nearest stations

Crumpsall8 min
Manchester Piccadilly20 min
Cheetham Hill Bus Station5 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Greater Manchester Independent School?

Day fees at Greater Manchester Independent School are approximately £13,500 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Greater Manchester Independent School?

Greater Manchester Independent School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Greater Manchester Independent School's exam results?

At Greater Manchester Independent School, 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Greater Manchester Independent School a boarding school?

Greater Manchester Independent School is a day school in Manchester and does not offer boarding.

What is Greater Manchester Independent School's latest inspection rating?

Ofsted rated Greater Manchester Independent School “Requires improvement” (2020).

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Close relationships between staff and pupils due to very small numbers

✓Accessible, non-selective entry for families seeking independent education without traditional competitive barriers

✓Flexible pastoral care and individualised academic support

Common concerns

!Unproven track record and lack of Ofsted inspection data may deter families valuing external validation

!Extremely small cohort size (46 pupils) may limit peer diversity, co-curricular competition, and peer social breadth

!No public evidence of sixth-form destinations, A-level results, or alumni outcomes