Whalley Range 11-18 High School

URN: 105558 • Manchester M16 8GW

Overview

Name
Whalley Range 11-18 High School
URN
105558
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Girls
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
Whalley Range 11-18 High School building in Manchester

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elizabeth Hole (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Wilbraham Road, Manchester M16 8GW
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Summary

Whalley Range 11-18 High School is a foundation school located in Manchester, dedicated to educating girls from ages 11 to 18. The school aims to empower young women to become future leaders by fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. With a capacity of 1,650 students, Whalley Range is known for its commitment to high academic standards and personal development, encouraging all students to aspire to their full potential.

The curriculum at Whalley Range is broad and flexible, catering to diverse interests and abilities. Students are engaged in a variety of learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom, with a strong emphasis on personal responsibility and behaviour. The school collaborates closely with families, local communities, and business partners, including ties with universities and organisations like the Manchester Business Alliance, to enhance educational experiences.

Whalley Range has received positive feedback from Ofsted, reflecting its status as a high-performing institution. The school regularly updates its prospectuses to keep parents informed and hosts events such as open evenings to foster community engagement and support for students' academic journeys.

Key details

LA
Manchester
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1650
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2014-08-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Greater Manchester

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1650
2024-09-11 1650
2023-09-11 1650
2022-09-11 1650
2021-09-11 1650
2020-09-11 1650

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