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Manchester High School for Girls Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Manchester High School for Girls is a other independent not applicable school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 3–18, with 930 pupils, and a capacity of 1110 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

3–18

Age range

930

Pupils

1,110

Capacity

84%

Fill rate

Manchester High School for Girls Catchment Area Information

Entry to Manchester High School for Girls is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Manchester may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Manchester before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Manchester High School for Girls — School Information

Full address
Grangethorpe Road, Manchester, M14 6HS
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–18 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Selective
DfE URN
105592

Other Not applicable Schools in Manchester

If Manchester High School for Girls is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Manchester High School for Girls

Is Manchester High School for Girls oversubscribed?

Manchester High School for Girls has a capacity of 1110 places and currently has 930 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Manchester.

What is the admissions policy for Manchester High School for Girls?

Manchester High School for Girls is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Manchester publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Manchester High School for Girls cover?

Manchester High School for Girls is a not applicable school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 3–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.