· M12 6EL
Sol Christian Academy is a small, coeducational day school in Manchester serving ages 3–18 with an explicitly Christian educational philosophy. The school operates as an all-through institution with modest pupil numbers (43 across the entire cohort), suggesting highly personalised teaching and close pastoral oversight. Entry is offered at multiple points from Early Years through to Sixth Form, with a curriculum underpinned by Christian values and character development alongside academic rigour.
Who thrives here
Families seeking a faith-centred education in an intimate setting, where individual pupils receive sustained attention from staff. Pupils who thrive in smaller communities and whose families value Christian principles alongside academic development will find this environment nurturing.
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115, Fairfield Street
M12 6EL
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Day fees at Sol Christian Academy are approximately £7,500 per year (2024/25).
Sol Christian Academy admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Sol Christian Academy is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
Ofsted rated Sol Christian Academy “Good” (2024).
Frequently praised
✓Strong Christian ethos and moral values embedded consistently
✓Highly personalised attention due to small cohort size
✓Continuity of pastoral relationships across all-through model
Common concerns
!Very small pupil numbers may limit peer diversity, competitive sport opportunities, and breadth of co-curricular choice
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, so no external validation of academic or pastoral standards
!Limited track record in public domain for university destinations and examination outcomes