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Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls Catchment Area

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

Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls is a other independent not applicable school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 287 pupils, and a capacity of 234 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

287

Pupils

234

Capacity

123%

Fill rate

Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls Catchment Area Information

Entry to Manchester Islamic Grammar 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 287 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 234 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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 Islamic Grammar School for Girls — School Information

Full address
141 Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, M20 2PQ
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Gender
Girls
Religious character
Islam
Admissions policy
Selective
DfE URN
130318

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Frequently Asked Questions — Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls

Is Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls oversubscribed?

Yes — Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls currently has 287 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 234 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls?

Manchester Islamic Grammar 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 Islamic Grammar School for Girls cover?

Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls is a not applicable school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.