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Private Girls' Schools in Ashton-under-Lyne

Families considering girls' schools in Ashton-under-Lyne will find 14 independent options. Compare school types and mainly day schools.

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Manchester High School for Girls

Manchester, Lancashire, M14 6HS

Girls 3 - 18 930 Day

Fees from £4,506 per term

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Withington Girls' School

Manchester, Lancashire, M14 6BL

Girls 7 - 19 756 Day

Fees from £4,476 per term

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Beis Ruchel Girls School

Manchester, Lancashire, M7 4AE

Girls 2 - 11 210 Day

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Bowdon Preparatory School for Girls

Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2LT

Girls 3 - 11 279 Day

Fees from £3,974 per term

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Sapience Girls Academy

Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 1ER

Girls 11 - 16 78 Day

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Westwood High

Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6HR

Girls 2 - 19 342 Day

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Ashton-under-Lyne

How many private schools are there in Ashton-under-Lyne?

There are 71 independent schools in and around Ashton-under-Lyne, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Ashton-under-Lyne?

Yes, a small number of schools in and around Ashton-under-Lyne offer boarding, including full, weekly or flexi options.

Families can compare options in our guide to boarding vs day schools:
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools

What age can children start private school in Ashton-under-Lyne?

Most independent schools accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

Key entry points follow a structured timeline - see the UK private school admissions timeline for when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

How do I apply to private schools in Ashton-under-Lyne?

Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand key dates, entry points and when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

How many girls' schools are there in Ashton-under-Lyne?

There are 14 independent girls' schools in and around Ashton-under-Lyne, offering single-sex education.

Are single-sex schools common in Ashton-under-Lyne?

Ashton-under-Lyne includes a mix of girls', boys' and co-educational schools, though co-ed schools are more common overall.