Whalley Range 11-18 High School

URN: 141264 • Manchester M16 8GW

Overview

Name
Whalley Range 11-18 High School
URN
141264
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
GREATER MANCHESTER EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Lea (since 2025) , Academy Headteacher
Telephone
01618619727
Website
Visit
Address
Wilbraham Road, Manchester M16 8GW

Summary

Whalley Range 11-18 High School is a girls' academy located in Manchester, serving approximately 1,647 students with a capacity of 1,650. The school is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and empowers young women to become future leaders. The ethos of the school revolves around high aspirations, self-belief, and achieving full potential, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with families and the local community.

The curriculum at Whalley Range is designed to cater to students of all abilities, providing a range of academic and vocational courses. The school has recently celebrated outstanding results, reflecting the hard work and dedication of its students, particularly at Key Stage 5, where many have progressed to university and apprenticeship opportunities. The school is part of the Greater Manchester Education Trust, which enhances educational experiences through partnerships with local businesses and universities.

In addition to academic support, Whalley Range offers various resources for health and wellbeing, ensuring a holistic approach to student development. The school actively engages with parents through events such as open evenings and parents' evenings, fostering a strong community connection.

Key details

LA
Manchester
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
GREATER MANCHESTER EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1650
Pupils
1647
Boys
0
Girls
1647
FSM %
51.60
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-04-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Greater Manchester

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1647 0 1647 1650 51.60
2024-09-11 1662 0 1662 1650 45.50
2023-09-11 1650 0 1650 1650 41.50
2022-09-11 1650 0 1650 1650 41.50
2021-09-11 1573 0 1573 1650 36.60
2020-09-11 1569 0 1569 1650 30.10

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